Police in Thohoyandou have opened a rape case following an alleged gang-rape that took place in Thohoyandou on Saturday evening, 24 February 2024 at about 23:30.
According to the information, the victim was with a group of friends returning from a tavern in Thohoyandou CBD when they were approached by three suspects, threatening them with knives. The victims ran towards different directions. Unfortunately, the trio caught the 28-year-old and forcibly took her to the bushes near Thulamela taxi rank, where they all raped her. They then fled the scene.
The suspects are unknown, and police have opened three counts of rape.
The Provincial Commissioner, Lieutenant General Thembi Hadebe condemned the incident and ordered a team of Investigators to track down suspects and arrest them. “We cannot allow individuals to subject our women to any form of humiliation and abuse. They must face the consequences of their deeds “Conluded Lieutenant General Hadebe.
Anyone with information that can assist with investigations should contact Detective Sergeant Khorommbi Manthakha on 073 515 2947 or at 060 770 0002 or Crime Stop on 08600 10111 or nearest police station or MySAPS App.
Police investigations continue
