The police said the younger brother allegedly arrived at home from a tavern and the two got into a heated argument before the elder brother poured hot water on the victim.
A 28-YEAR-old man was arrested for the attempted murder of his younger brother at Tshikota location in the Vhembe District, the Limpopo police said.
The incident happened on Sunday, Limpopo police spokesperson Brigadier Hlulani Mashaba said.
“The victim, who is the younger brother of the suspect, alleged that he arrived at home from the tavern and the two got into a heated argument. The 28-year-old man allegedly poured (hot) water on the victim,” said Mashaba.
“It is not known what led to the incident, but police investigations will determine the cause.”
The victim was rushed to the nearest hospital for medical attention. He sustained multiple burn injuries on his body.
The provincial commissioner of police in Limpopo, Lieutenant-General Thembi Hadebe, condemned the incident.
She urged families to resolve their differences amicably “rather than by harming one another”.
The 28-year-old brother is expected to appear in court soon, facing charges of attempted murder.
Police investigations are still ongoing.
