POLOKWANE – Captain Ntobeng Phala from the Polokwane Police Station confirmed a 29-year-old Ugandan national was arrested after an 18-year-old girl reported being raped by the man on Monday.
“The man, claiming to be a traditional healer, allegedly lured the girl into an alley in Mark Street across the Metropolitan building in the city where he raped her and fled the scene. She immediately reported the incident and police searched for the man until he was apprehended today (Tuesday) at approximately 10:00.
“A rape case has been opened and we urge women who may have fallen victim to the suspect to come forward in order to strengthen the case against him,” Phala said.
“As it is school holidays and many learners will travel to the CBD, we strongly urge young people not to talk to strangers and to move in groups where possible. If you would like to report a case of sexual abuse, or you have information that could strengthen the case against the suspect, you can contact the Family Violence Unit at 082 565 6764 or the Police crime office 015 290 6603/07.
Police investigations continue Phala concluded.
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