Smooth talk turns into alleged rape
Victim allegedly raped by neighbour after a rumor confrontation.
A rape case was opened at Witbank Police Station after the victim allegedly confronted the suspect before the crime was committed.
On May 17, it was alleged by the victim that she went to confront her neighbour after rumours went around that the neighbour told that he slept with her.
It’s believed that upon the confrontation the suspect walked away and the victim followed him to his house.
It was then alleged that the suspect started to smooth talk the victim and suddenly turned violent by forcefully pushing her on the bed.
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It was when he allegedly raped her.
The victim was taken to a hospital where after she opened a case of rape.
Sexual offences involve sex without consent, unwanted sexual touching, or being forced to engage in humiliating sexual activity.
Here are some prevention tips from SAPS:
Vulnerability increases –
In dark and deserted places at night
If you look vulnerable (e.g. walking alone in desolate areas)
If you appear uncertain, for example if you do not know where you are going
If you do not lock your car doors and closes your windows
If you talk to strangers
If you stop for stranded vehicles or people
If your vehicle is faulty and you have to stop for help
Be aware of your surroundings
Be alert at traffic lights and stop streets
Walk close to the curb and face the oncoming traffic
Try and keep to well-lit areas or where there are people
Do not hitch-hike
Do not pick up hitch-hikers
Keep a whistle with you and blow it if you need help
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At home
Do not allow a stranger into your home, even if he is delivering something or providing a service.
Ask for an identity document or phone his/her office to check his/her identity.
Invest in the best locks and security you can afford.
Never tell anyone that you are alone at home and make sure the children also know not to do so.
Know your neighbors and together plan ahead for how you will respond in a crisis.
Know your local police station and discuss safety matters with the police.
Become involved with local crime prevention efforts with the community police forum or police.
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https://www.citizen.co.za/witbank-news/189518/rape-is-starting-to-become-a-plague/
On a date
Do not allow anyone to touch you in a way that makes you feel uncomfortable;
Be firm and clear and say NO!
Do not leave a party or social event with someone you do not know or have just met ‒ say NO!
Ask friends for help if someone ignores you when you say NO!
Remember: Most rape victims know the rapist.
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https://www.citizen.co.za/witbank-news/175411/suspects-arrested-for-rape-kidnapping-and-murder/
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