Tsakane SAPS arrested a 30-year-old man for the alleged rape of his own sister, aged 24.
According to Tsakane SAPS spokesperson Sgt Media Khoza, the woman’s father was away when the alleged attack took place. The brother and sister were alone in the house.
The case was reported at Tsakane Police Station and immediately, and the suspect was traced and arrested on Friday.
“The victim claims she has been repeatedly raped by the suspect between 2017 and this incident. The police are investigating the matter,” Khoza says.
“The police condemns the violent act, and strongly warn those who continue to abuse women and children that they will be brought to book and face the full might of law.”
The suspect will appear in the Tsakane Magistrate’s Court.
Community members are encouraged to break the silence and report the abuse of women and children at the nearest police station, or contact crime stop on 08600 10 111 or make use of MySAPS APP.
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