Police are still searching for convicted rapist Themba Patrick Mbokane (61), also known as Stlhano, who remains at large after a warrant for his arrest was issued last year.

Mbokane was sentenced to 15 years’ direct imprisonment on May 16, 2018, by the Groblersdal Magistrate’s Court for the rape of a 16-year-old girl in Dennilton on December 27, 2016. He was arrested days later, on New Year’s Day.

According to Limpopo police spokesperson Colonel Malesela Ledwaba, Mbokane appealed his conviction and was granted bail while awaiting the outcome. However, the appeal was unsuccessful, and a warrant of arrest was issued in 2023. Since then, he has evaded authorities.

The Observer Daller recently reported on the matter, but despite ongoing efforts, Mbokane continues to evade police capture.

The Groblersdal SAPS Family Violence, Child Protection and Sexual Offences Unit urges anyone with information to contact the investigating officer, Sergeant Pebetse Maile, on 073 124 8821, Crime Stop on 08600 10111, or their nearest police station. Information can also be submitted via the My SAPS App.