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Media Statement
KIMBERLEY – Justice prevailed after nine years when the Colesberg Regional Court sentenced two men to a combined total of 35 years’ direct imprisonment for their involvement in the rape of a 15-year-old teenage girl in 2016. According to court proceedings, on Saturday, 27 February 2016, the victim was visiting a male friend at his residence and decided to spend the night. During the night, she was awakened by the male friend and three other individuals, who took turns raping her before fleeing the scene. The victim reported the incident at the Kuyasa Police Station and was taken to a local hospital for medical examination. A case of rape was subsequently opened, and all four suspects aged between 18 and 28 including the male friend, were arrested and charged. The case was assigned to seasoned investigating officer, Detective Sergeant Ilse Fan of the De Aar Family Violence, Child Protection, and Sexual Offences (FCS) Unit. Through her thorough and meticulous investigation, all suspects were positively linked to the crime. Two of the accused later passed away during the course of the investigation, leaving two remaining suspects to stand trial. They were found guilty and sentenced to 20 and 15 years’ direct imprisonment, respectively. Both were also declared unfit to possess a firearm, and their names will be entered into the National Register for Sex Offenders. The District Commissioner of the Pixley Ka Seme District, Major General Nomana Mtukushe, welcomed the sentences and commended Detective Sergeant Fan for her dedication and commitment in securing justice for the victim. Ends
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