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The Citizen
6 days ago
- The Citizen
Free State police seek man in connection with rape of 15-year-old girl
The Tumahole Family Violence, Child Protection, and Sexual Offences Unit in the Free State is calling on the public to assist in tracing a person of interest in connection with a rape case involving a 15-year-old girl. Parys Gazette reports that according to local police spokesperson Sergeant Josephine Rani, the incident occurred on May 23, at around 07:30. It is alleged that the teenager was at school when an unknown man appeared, dragged her to a field behind the school building, and raped her. Anyone who may know or recognise the person depicted in the photo is requested to contact detective Sergeant Noliyiswa Masondo on 082 049 5208, or Crime Stop on 08600 10111. Alternatively, you can submit an anonymous tip-off on the MySAPS app. Breaking news at your fingertips… Follow Caxton Network News on Facebook and join our WhatsApp channel. Nuus wat saakmaak. Volg Caxton Netwerk-nuus op Facebook en sluit aan by ons WhatsApp-kanaal. Read original story on
The Citizen
29-04-2025
- The Citizen
Woman sentenced for murder Protea Glen girl (4)
The SAPS welcomes the sentence handed down to Nonhlelelwa Matsebula (35) who was found guilty of murder and kidnapping of a four-year-old girl in Protea Glen. Matsebula was sentenced to 30 years of direct imprisonment by the Johannesburg High Court on March 5. The investigation, led by Captain Isaac Kubheka from the Orlando Family Violence, Child Protection, and Sexual Offences Unit (FCSU), revealed that Matsebula had subjected the victim to horrific treatment, including drugging and binding her, before placing her in a suitcase and attempting to flee using an Uber. ALSO READ: Police units clamp down on crime in Joburg and Eldos The child's mother intervened, discovering her daughter in the suitcase, but tragically, the child passed away four days later. The SAPS commends Kubheka for his diligent work in ensuring justice was served in this case. 'The sentence serves as a reminder of the commitment of the SAPS to protect the rights and safety of all citizens including vulnerable children,' Kubheka said. At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
The South African
26-04-2025
- The South African
Bloemfontein mother sentenced for abusing minor son
The court sentenced a 52-year-old mother from the Free State to correctional supervision for sexually abusing her minor son over three years. According to South African Police Services, the abuse began when the boy was 12 and continued until he was 16. The case came to light in February 2024 when the boy disclosed the abuse to a professional service provider. This led to an investigation by Constable Jessica du Preez of the Parkroad Family Violence, Child Protection, and Sexual Offences Unit. Police arrested the mother on 25 May 2024 following the investigation and charged her with sexual assault. The court granted R10,000 bail and released the mother, despite the investigating officer initially opposing bail. Authorities placed the boy into the care of his biological father. After pleading guilty, the Bloemfontein Magistrate's Court sentenced the mother to five years of correctional supervision under Section 276(1)(h) of the Criminal Procedure Act. This sentence includes strict supervision, such as limited movement, restricted alcohol consumption, and regular monitoring. Authorities added the mother's details to the National Register of Sexual Offenders and deemed her unsuitable to work with children. IOL reported that, In a similar case, a young woman appeared at the Cape Town Magistrate's Court for the rape of a 16-year-old boy in the Western Cape in 2023. Gender-based violence (GBV) activist Reverend June Dolley-Major expressed support for the victim. 'Rape is rape, and no one should be exempt from facing the consequences of their crime. I'm glad the victim spoke out, and that it was reported, leading to an arrest.' she said. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1 Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
