Cape Town – Police have launched a manhunt for a suspect who allegedly raped and killed a six-year-old girl in Orlando, Soweto, on Monday 21 October 2024.
According to police spokesperson Lieutenant Colonel Mavela Masondo, the girl was playing with other children when the suspect called her to his rented shack at one of the houses in Orlando.
“The suspect allegedly raped and killed the girl inside the shack. The matter was reported to the police who immediately responded and started searching for the suspect who is on the run.,” Masondo said.
RT #sapsGP #SAPS is on the lookout for a suspect who allegedly raped and killed a 6yr-old girl in Orlando, Soweto, on Monday 21/10. The matter was reported to the police who immediately responded and started searching for the suspect who is on the run.
The police are appealing… pic.twitter.com/ul8PxOfwSM
— SA Police Service 🇿🇦 (@SAPoliceService) October 22, 2024
The police are appealing to the community to assist in locating the man.
“Anyone who might have information about his whereabouts or help in the investigation may please contact the nearest police or Crime Stop on 08600 10111,” said Masondo.
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Compiled by Betha Madhomu
