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Media Statement THABONG – The SAPS Family Violence, Child Protection and Sexual Offences Unit in Thabong is investigating a case of rape after a 17-year-old female was allegedly raped by her 45-year-old stepfather on 06 April at about 16:00. The mother reportedly took her 17-year-old daughter to the Department of Social Development as they had an appointment on 07 May 2024. The girl was allowed to consult with a social worker in the absence of her mother. The girl related to the social worker what had happened at their home in Thabong while her mother was not home. They were referred to Thabong Police Station to lay a charge of rape. Apparently, on 06 April 2024 at about 16:00, her mother was not home when her 45-year-old stepfather gave her liquor and she went to sleep. He approached her while she was asleep and instructed her to undress her pants. He raped her. After the rape ordeal, she reported the incident to her brother. A case of rape was registered and the stepfather was arrested on 07 May 2024. He will appear on 09 May 2024 in the Welkom Magistrate’s Court. The case has been referred to the Thabong Family Violence, Child Protection and Sexual Offences Unit for further investigation. Ends
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