It is alleged that an eight-year-old girl was raped in Ezakheni on May 10.
According to police, the girl was taking care of cattle on a farm when a man attacked her and brutally raped her.
One of her friends on the farm found the little girl crying. When questioned, the young victim explained what had happened. The friend accompanied the girl to her home and reported the incident to her parents, who immediately contacted the police.
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The SAPS are currently investigating the matter. No arrest has been made as yet.
Police are requesting anyone with information to come forward. You can call Crime Stop toll-free on 0860010111 or use the ‘MySAPS’ App.
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