Cape Town – Police in Mpumalanga have reportedly launched a manhunt for alleged gunmen who stormed a church and raped two congregants before stealing musical instruments worth R28 000 and fleeing with the pastor’s car.
Reports indicated that the incident happened on Friday night at a church in Thulamahashe near Bushbuckridge.
“Two women, aged 30 and 38, were in a room at the church when they heard a gunshot outside. This was followed by a knock on the door. It was reported that three male suspects, armed with a pistol, forced the door open. They then held the women at gunpoint while trying to find out where the pastor was. The suspects then demanded cash and allegedly raped the women,” Times Live quoted Mpumalanga police spokesperson Brig Selvy Mohlala as saying.
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The suspects then allegedly proceeded to steal musical instruments believed to be valued at around R28 000 before they fled using the pastor’s silver/grey KIA Picanto, reported The Citizen.
Following the incident, police have urged members of the public who may have information relevant to the case to come forward.
“Anyone with information is requested to contact Detective Captain Dexter Ndlovu on 072 624 5133 or call the Crime Stop number on 08600 10111. Alternatively they can send information via MYSAPSAPP. All received information will be treated as confidential and callers may opt to remain anonymous,” The South African quoted the police as saying.
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Compiled by Betha Madhomu
