Two accused were sentenced in the Randfontein Magistrates’ Court after being found guilty on charges of rape and assault. The crimes were committed in October 2015.
It was alleged that the 45-year-old victim was walking along the Zuurbekom road, when she was assaulted from behind with an iron rod. Two men then raped her. According to police spokesperson, Captain Appel Ernst, the attackers also threatened her with a knife. They were arrested shortly after the case was reported.
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“Constable Paulet Mapena was assigned to investigate the case and with dedication and perseverance, she managed to secure 18 years’ imprisonment sentences for rape, and an additional three years’ imprisonment for assault with the intent to do grievous bodily harm,” said Ernst
The 27-year-old Makasane Tkuntsmame and the 38-year-old Morapedi Santi will effectively serve 18 years’ imprisonment each,” said Ernst.
“We are proud of the way in which Constable Mapena investigated and finalised the case. Our congratulations to the NPA and the judicial system for the stance that was taken in this case.
These sentences make the work of the FCS rewarding,” said FCS commander, Lieutenant Colonel Kathy Segotta.
The South African Police Service call on community members to assist them with information. Anyone with information can contact the Crime Stop number 08600 10111 or SMS Crime Line 32211 to report crime anonymously.
Assist the Gauteng Police to fight fraud, corruption, unethical behaviour or any other suspicious activities that could be detrimental to their success by phoning the Gauteng Standby Provincial Duty numbers: Duty General 082 313 8299 or Duty Brigadier 082 444 4354.
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