Man rearrested after 2nd bestiality case opened in Mossel Bay
Garden Route SPCA inspectors took a juvenile dog named Tyson for urgent veterinary care and forensic testing after a child witnessed an alleged attack.
The man accused of raping Ext 8 dog Caesar in June has had a second case of bestiality opened against him, this time involving a juvenile male dog named Tyson in Mossel Bay, Western Cape.
According to Mossel Bay Advertiser, he was rearrested and is being held in the Da Gamaskop Police Station holding cells.
The Garden Route SPCA Mossel Bay said Tyson’s owner reported on Tuesday (November 10) that her eight-year-old son had witnessed the alleged act by the same man accused in the Caesar case.
After the report, the SPCA said its inspectors transported Tyson, who it described as extremely distressed, for urgent veterinary care and a forensic sexual assault examination.
SPCA statement and bail opposition
The SPCA said DNA samples and photographic evidence were collected.
The SPCA also provided support to Tyson’s family and reassured them that he was safe in its care.
“The Garden Route SPCA opened the criminal case at Da Gamaskop SAPS and placed the available evidence before the police,” said the SPCA, adding that it is grateful to SAPS for acting swiftly on the case and arresting the accused.
Tyson is now safe in our care, but the SPCA emphasises that safe does not mean healed. He remains petrified and withdrawn.
“His recovery will require time, patience and gentle handling, and our team is giving him the space and reassurance he needs to begin trusting people again.
“Our inspectors are now preparing the further charges and supporting evidence required in Tyson’s case. We will continue working with the SAPS and the prosecution throughout the criminal proceedings.”
The welfare organisation added that it believes the accused should remain in custody and not be granted bail considering the seriousness of the allegations, the accused’s failure to appear in court and the fact that a second case has now been opened against him.
“Bail is ultimately a decision for the court, but the safety of other animals and the wider community must come first.”
For verified updates on Tyson’s recovery and future court appearances – and to learn how the public can support the Garden Route SPCA inspectorate team – visit the Garden Route SPCA Facebook page here.
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