GEORGE NEWS - The George Family Violence, Child Protection and Sexual offences unit (FCS) put 11 sexual offence suspects behind bars during the past week.
According to Southern Cape police spokesperson, Sgt Chris Spies, three suspects from Thembalethu were arrested following incidents of sexual violation of three women in the area.
One of the suspects was arrested on a charge of rape, one for sexual assault and one for attempted rape. Another 28-year-old suspect was arrested in Conville following allegations of sexual assault and domestic violence on his girlfriend.
Two wanted suspects, aged 37 and 49, were arrested in Pacaltsdorp in connection with incidents of rape and attempted rape reported over the festive period.
Meanwhile two suspects aged 33 and 39 were arrested in Knysna. They are facing charges of rape and incest. It is alleged that the 33-year-old sexually violated his biological sister.
“Five of the suspects remain in police custody,” said Spies. “They are expected to appear in various courts later today, Monday 14 February. The others made their first court appearances during the past week.”
Three juveniles are also expected to make their first court appearance today on charges of rape. Their appearance relates to an incident which was reported at a children’s home in the area during the past week.
“It is alleged that the trio, an 11-year-old and two 12-year-olds, violated a 14-year-old girl. They were assessed and released into their parents’ and guardians’ care on a warning to appear in court. All victims were afforded the necessary support by the police,” Spies said.
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