Father sentenced to life for raping daughter

A 45-year-old man was sentenced to life imprisonment in the Empangeni Regional Court for raping his 11-year-old daughter, KwaZulu-Natal police said on Monday.

According to police, during June last year, the child was at home and complained of stomach cramps.

The girl’s father took her to a local clinic, where it was discovered she was pregnant.

The girl gave birth to the baby, however, the infant passed away.

Police spokesperson Captain Nqobile Gwala said the case was transferred to Empangeni Family Violence, Child Protection and Sexual Offences Unit for further investigation.

Gwala said the father of the girl was convicted and sentenced to life imprisonment on Monday.

KwaZulu-Natal acting provincial commissioner Major-General Bheki Langa condemned crimes against women and children.

“We will continue to send all sexual offenders to prison where they belong. Crimes against women and children will always be treated as priority since the victims are most vulnerable to ruthless criminals whom they trust,” said Langa.

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