Touws River mother, boyfriend arrested after death of girl,6

A grandmother in Touws River is grappling with the tragic news that her disabled granddaughter was allegedly raped and murdered by her daughter's boyfriend. The 28-year-old mother and her boyfriend are facing charges of murder, rape, and child neglect following the girl's death in Belma Way on August 3. The man is not the child's biological father.

A community member reported that the child had suffered from multiple injuries, including bruises, a broken leg, and sexual assault. The investigation into the incident is ongoing. The grandmother, who has been living in grief, described the family's struggle to come to terms with the horrific events, stating that they are still trying to find ways to cope with such a devastating loss.

The daughter, who is currently pregnant, could not appear in court due to her health and the legal proceedings have not yet allowed the family to begin funeral arrangements, as social workers continue their investigations.