A 36 year old man was remanded in custody by the Nelspruit Magistrate’s Court on 5 April 2019, where he was appearing for the alleged rape of his 14 year old stepdaughter.
The suspect was arrested after the alleged rape, which according to information from police reports, took place at their home where all three are staying. It is reported that the mother recently noticed strange behaviour and self-inflicted cuts by her daughter. She then investigated and discovered that she has been allegedly sexually molested by the stepfather, dating back to 2017.
She then reported the matter to the police, leading to his arrest by the Nelspruit Family Violence, Child Protection and Sexual Offences Unit.
During investigation it transpired that not only did the suspect sexually molested the victim, but also exposed her to pornographic material. The suspect is facing charges of rape, sexual assault, sexual grooming and displaying of pornographic material to a minor.
He is expected back at the same court on 15 April 2019, for a formal bail application.
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