Free State man wanted for trafficking and rape charges
A Free State man, Gregony Deck, wanted for serious charges including trafficking in persons and rape, has been arrested and will appear in court soon.
A Free State man, Gregony Deck, 35, has been sought by the Hawks for alleged trafficking in persons, kidnapping, and rape charges. Deck was last seen between August 1 and 4, 2026, in Bloemfontein before he fled. On August 7, 2026, members of the Bloemfontein SOCI received information about Deck's location in Theunissen. With the help of the Tactical Response Team, Deck was traced and arrested at a house in Masilo, Theunissen.
Deck had previously been released on parole on July 28, 2025, after being convicted of rape. Deck is set to appear in the Bloemfontein Magistrate’s Court on August 11, 2026, for charges of trafficking, rape, and robbery.
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