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08/05/2026

Justice has been served for a 10-year-old victim, who was r***d from the age of 8-years-old, between 2023 and 2025, by the same accused in Kuyasa.

The 24-year-old accused, who was the neighbour of the victim, allegedly started ra**ng her.

The young girl was too afraid to report her ordeal.

On 5 May 2025, a friend realised that something was bothering her, subsequently resulting in her confiding in her friend, leading to them reporting the matter to a teacher.

Warrant Officer Melany Oliphant of De Aar Family Violence, Child Protection and S*xual Offences (FCS) Unit was informed about the incident and led the investigation.

On 6 May 2025, the accused was arrested and the investigating officer opposed bail.

The accused was denied bail and remained in custody until the finalisation of the trial.

The accused was found guilty recently on two counts of r**e in the Colesberg Regional Court.

He was convicted and sentenced to 15 years’ imprisonment for r**e on count 1 and on count 2, he was convicted and sentenced to 15 years’ imprisonment for r**e. The accused will remain behind bars for thirty years.

The court further declared that his name be entered into the National Register for S*x Offenders and he was declared unfit to possess a fi***rm.

Pixley Ka Seme District Commissioner, Major General Nomana Mtukushe, commended Detective Warrant Officer Melany Oliphant of De Aar Family Violence, Child Protection and S*xual Offences (FCS) Unit for her meticulous investigation work and exceptional support that resulted in the pivotal incarceration, sending a strong message that the police will not turn a blind eye when crimes against women and children are reported.


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The Laundromat Spoel 'n Splash will be CLOSED on Sunday 09th November 2025 due to Maintenance performed by Rand Water. They will be changing the Mag Flow Meter. Water will be switched off between 06h00-1400.

Sorry for all the inconvenience caused.

Greetings,
Elize Coetzee