Missing girl found on The Bluff
The suspect is expected to appear at the Rustenburg Magistrate's court soon for a separate case.
A 14-YEAR-OLD girl, who went missing for three days after her alleged kidnapping ordeal, was found on March 8.
The victim, who cannot be named to protect her identity, is currently at a place of safety. It is not clear how the victim was kidnapped from her home, and the police did not divulge further details pertaining to the case.
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The public relations officer for The Bluff Community Police Forum, Avey Moodley, said their members received the information about a missing child on March 7.
A joint search for the missing girl between CPF members, security companies and the police was conducted on March 8.
“CPF members, along with the assistance of security company TRSS, received information regarding the whereabouts of a 33-year-old suspect, who was allegedly involved in the kidnapping, after the girl had been reported missing.
“The members also received a new lead about the whereabouts of the suspect. Acting swiftly, the CPF members proceeded to the provided location to verify the accuracy of the information.
“Upon arrival at the location, the members successfully identified the suspect and confirmed the presence of the missing girl. Understanding the urgency of the situation, they immediately contacted Brighton Beach Police to inform them about the developments.
“They coordinated with CPF members to ensure the safety of all individuals involved and to secure the area. The collaboration between the CPF members and the team was crucial in effectively following up on the received information and taking appropriate action,” said Moodley.
The CPF members and the police took immediate action to ensure the victim’s safety. She was safely transported to a place of safety for further assistance.
Moodley said the incident highlighted the importance of community involvement and the valuable contribution of security companies in working together with law enforcement agencies to safeguard the community and children.
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The suspect was arrested and detained at Brighton Beach Police Station. According to eThekwini District SAPS spokesperson Captain Carmen Rhynes, the suspect was allegedly involved in a abduction case in Rustenburg.
“According to information, the suspect is known to the victim. He has not appeared in the Rustenburg Magistrate’s Court as yet,” she said.
Rhymes said that on March 11, detectives from Rustenburg were en route to The Bluff to transport the suspect from Brighton Beach Police Station.
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