The Katlehong police arrested a 16-year-old boy in Radebe Section, in Katlehong, last Tuesday.
The teenager is accused of allegedly raping an eight-year-old boy.
The incident was reported to the police by the victim’s grandmother after she noticed him acting strangely while visiting her in Sali Section, in Katlehong.
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“The eight-year-old victim told his grandmother how he was attacked by the boy, who lives in the same yard as him, and she reported it to the police,” explained corporate communications official for the Katlehong police Capt Mega Ndobe.
“During the police’s investigation, photographs of the incident were allegedly found on a DVD hidden behind a TV.”
The accused was arrested and taken to a place of safety, due to his age.
“He will appear in the Palm Ridge Magistrate’s Court, on a charge of rape, under parental guidance,” explained Ndobe.
“The investigation continues.”
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Ndobe further appealed to parents within the community to keep a watchful eye on their children.
“Always know where they are playing, with whom they are playing and what kind of games they are playing. Maintain an open channel of communication with your children so they feel comfortable to tell you anything,” he said.
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