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Hope is gaining strength every day

June 28, 2016

Roelien Vorster Less than a minute

There is still hope for Hope.

13528958_1235302219821584_2265234337621155509_n — The rope was tied around the back femur. Photos: Supplied.

13532825_1235293446489128_7513325229176674629_n — Hope was very emaciated, hypothermic and the wound was infected.

13533009_1235303066488166_6066999342529588202_n — The rope cut through the flesh, muscles and tendons.

13533301_1235295823155557_7227114780465933786_n — Hope was left in this state for at least three weeks.

13537631_1235302863154853_5944343446429635370_n — As soon as Hope is stronger, her leg will be amputated.

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June 28, 2016

Roelien Vorster Less than a minute

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