By Staff Reporter
MODIMOLLE-A 67-year-old man has been sentenced to 20 years imprisonment for sexually assaulting 13-year-old girl.
The convict’s sentencing emanates after he raped a 13-year-old at Phagameng location in Modimolle policing area on 04 March 2023.
The victim’s aunt sent her to the uncle’s residence in the same area.
Upon entering the house, her uncle took advantage of the child and threatened her.He forced her to his bedroom, where he ultimately raped her.
The matter was reported to the police and the suspect was arrested.The case was allocated to the Modimolle Family Violence, Child Protection and (FCS) Unit for further investigation.
Following investigations, the man was found guilty and sentenced to 20 years imprisonment for assault
The Provincial Commissioner of South African Police Service in Limpopo, Lieutenant General Thembi Hadebe has welcomed the 20 years imprisonment sentence handed down by the Modimolle Regional court.
“We commend the efforts by the investigating officer and other role players for ensuring that the victim receives justice,” said Lieutenant General Hadebe.
