A Mandeni man on trial for multiple rapes, attempted murder and house robbery is being hunted by police after he escaped yesterday.
Twenty-three-year-old Lungelo Diploma Nzuza (Khaba) was appearing in court on 5 charges of rape, 1 charge of attempted murder and 2 charges of house robbery when he escaped the custody of the iLembe District Family Violence, Child Protection and Sexual Offences (FCS) unit.
The FCS has warned iLembe residents not to approach him as he is considered dangerous.
Khaba is originally from Lambothi in Nyoni district of Mandeni municipality, but escaped while in custody in Eshowe.
If you identify the escaped man, call Saps immediately.
Contact the iLembe District FCS investigating officer, Sergeant B Mbabane on 079 946 7082, or Saps crime stop hotline on 086 001 0111.
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