Cape Town – A 19-year-old suspect was arrested on a charge of rape and assault with the intent to commit grievous bodily harm on Monday, after raping a 75-year-old woman at her residence in Riversdal over the weekend.
According to South African Police Service (SAPS) spokesperson Sergeant Christopher Spies, the suspect was arrested by members attached to the Riversdale police and Mossel Bay Family Violence, Child Protection, and Sexual offences (FCS) unit.
Spies said that the suspect was known to the victim.
“Investigation into the rape reveals that a 75-year-old woman was at her residence in Wilson Street, Riversdal on Sunday, 22 January 2023 at about 09:40 when the suspect, who is known to her, forcefully entered her flat.
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“He allegedly assaulted the victim before he forced himself unto her and later violated her before he fled the scene. The victim managed to raise alarm and neighbours responded who alerted police.
“Upon arrival the police found the victim who was later transported and admitted to hospital for medical care.”
Riversdale police immediately assembled a team which commenced with a search for the suspect, tracking him down and arresting him on Monday morning.
The 19-year-old was arrested and remained in police custody.
He was expected to make his first court appearance in the Riversdale Magistrates’ court on Wednesday.
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Compiled by Junaid Benjamin
