The Durbanville community has been rocked by the murder of an elderly man, allegedly at the hands of his son.

A private security company responded to an urgent call for medical assistance in Eversdal on Tuesday night, with members having found the body of an unresponsive 88-year-old man.

“According to preliminary information gathered at the scene, the victim was allegedly tortured and killed by his son, who reportedly placed his father’s body inside a wheelie bin,” read the Titanium Securitas’ statement on Facebook.

Police confirmed that the incident took place on Eversdal Road in Stellenberg Gardens at around 18:55. The Western Cape SAPS spokesperson, Ndakhe Gwala, said a 53-year-old man was arrested for murder, adding that he will appear at the Bellville Magistrates Court soon. 

“According to reports, an 88-year-old man was assaulted to death by his son. The circumstances surrounding the incident are under investigation,” said Gwala.