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Media Statement FREE STATE – A 45-year-old suspect who is a friend of the family of the victim appeared in Selosesha Magistrate Court on a charge of rape. The case was posted to 10 January 2025 for bail information while he remained in custody. It was reported by the complainant, who is the mother of the 14-year-old victim, that on Friday, 27 December 2024 when she arrived at her place of residence, the victim was washing pots near the tap but went into the house. Upon being called by her mother, the victim came crying. The complainant suspected that her daughter could be pregnant. She then took her daughter to the hospital on Saturday, 28 December 2024. The doctor confirmed that the victim is pregnant. The victim alleged that the suspect is a known family friend who slept with her in June and September 2024.
The case of rape was registered and the suspect was arrested. He made his first appearance on 31 December 2024. Investigations continue.
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