25 years behind bars for Northern Cape brothers who raped 14-year-old teen
The two brothers stalked, overpowered and sexually assaulted the girl.
Two brothers from the Northern Cape, aged 37 and 40, have been sentenced to 25 years in prison each for the gang rape of a 14-year-old schoolgirl. The attack took place on the evening of 5 April 2024, as the teenager was walking home. The two brothers had been stalking the girl before overpowering and sexually assaulting her. The victim immediately reported the incident to the authorities, and a medical examination confirmed clinical evidence of sexual assault.
Police swiftly arrested the brothers the following day, 6 April 2024, after a thorough investigation by detectives. Despite both suspects pleading not guilty and disputing their identification throughout the trial, they were convicted on 5 November 2026 based on the presented evidence. The court handed down the 25-year sentences for each accused, declaring them unfit to work with children and prohibiting them from possessing firearms.
The magistrate also ordered their names to be added to the National Child Protection Register and National Register for Sex Offenders. Namakwa District Commissioner Brigadier Schalk Andrews commended Constable Lizaan Wanza for her exceptional dedication, determination, and compassion in securing the conviction, highlighting the value of professional police work and thorough investigations.
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