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Media Statement CAPE TOWN – Western Cape Provincial Commissioner, Lt General Thembisile Patekile is visiting the Malmesbury police station on the West Coast for a detailed briefing following an incident where a 41 year old woman was allegedly raped by a police sergeant at the police station on Christmas day. A rape case was subsequently opened by the victim on Friday, 27 December leading to the arrest of the policeman in question. The investigation has since been taken over by the Independent Police Investigative Directorate. Meanwhile internal disciplinary proceedings have since been instituted against the police sergeant who has been placed on suspension by virtue of his incarceration. Lt General Patekile says it is disturbing that a woman is allegedly raped by a police official at the Malmesbury detective office. He reiterated that police stations are meant to be safe spaces for community members and police officials with the powers bestowed upon them, are the protectors of the most vulnerable in society. “When custodians of safety are themselves alleged perpetrators of crime, that goes against the oath to serve and protect taken by police officials. It is on this basis that an investigation has to take place and decisive action taken as a matter of urgency”, says Lt General Patekile. Police members need to display exemplary conduct at all times hence this sickening act is condemned in the strongest terms. Ends
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