Cape Town — Police in Gauteng have hailed the breakthrough in the Zanzou nightclub case following the arrest of a 41-year-old suspect in Yeovillem Johannesburg.
In a statement, South African Police Services (SAPS) confirmed that the Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD) officials made the arrest on Thursday evening.
“The JMPD officials were conducting patrols in the area when they noticed the man resembling one of the Hatfield Club bouncers they have seen on videos circulating on social media,” SAPS spokesperson, Brenda Muridili said.
“They stopped the man and upon satisfying themselves that indeed he was the one they have seen on the videos, they placed him under arrest and detained him at a police station,” she added.
Gauteng police spokesperson Brig. Brenda Muridili confirms the arrest of one person in connection with the Zanzou nightclub sexual abuse and torture case. The search continues for at least seven other suspects. #Newzroom405
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Family violence, Child Protection and Sexual offences were notified of the arrest and the suspect was charged with compelled rape, assault with intent to cause bodily harm and crimen injuria. He is also linked to the two cases at Brooklyn Police Station.
He will appear before a court to be determined on Monday 24 February.
SAPS Provincial Commissioner of the Police in Gauteng, Lieutenant General Tommy Mthombeni, hailed the arrest and the cooperation between law enforcement in the province.
“This is a true reflection of law enforcement agencies in Gauteng working together to realise the Police Ministerial Cooperation Agreement which aims to enhance collaboration and coordination among all stakeholders in the region to address safety and security concerns effectively,” Mthombeni said.
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Compiled by Matthew Petersen
