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The Centurion dad reportedly made his way to Netcare Unitas Hospital at around 1am on Friday.
His wife was struggling to breastfeed their then-two-day-old baby.
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On his way back, the man was stopped by police who questioned him.
He showed proof of his purchase to the officers but was still arrested.
Most of the offences were from consuming or trading alcohol and not wearing masks.
A father has been arrested for breaking curfew after he rushed out to buy formula for his newborn baby. Image: Phill Magakoe/Gallo ImageSource: Getty Images
The minister stressed the importance of adhering to level 3 lockdown regulations.
The politician is currently visiting towns along the west coast to ensure compliance with Covid-19 restrictions.
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Source: Briefly News
Reeshni ChettyReeshni Chetty is a senior current affairs reporter.
Reeshni has a passion for breaking the stigma surrounding mental health issues.
