Tshwane East Cluster Commander, Major General Andre Wiese applauded Constable Thabiso Ramalatsi of Tshwane East Cluster Family Violence, Child protection and Sexual offences Unit for his efforts and professionalism during investigation and the presentation of evidence to court of law, which led to the conviction and harsh sentences of a murder, kidnapping and rape accused, known as “Matome” Johannes Maphutha of Refilwe Cullinan area.
On Thursday 12 April 2018, the 45 year old accused was handed down two life imprisonment sentences and five years for murder, kidnapping and the rape of 12 year old girl which occurred in Refilwe, around May 2017.
Major General Wiese extends his gratitude to Cullinan SAPS members and stated that their efforts on the case are noted, FCS should not have achieved these alone, all roles played assistances are recognised and much appreciated, and further thanked the victim’s family for their co-operation and availability at all the times.
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