MPUMALANGA – On Tuesday, 02 June 2020, information received indicates that the young girl was walking home from a fuel station when she was approached by two suspects, who then forcefully dragged her to a nearby bush. They then threatened to harm her, ordered her to undress herself, gang raped her and absconded from the scene thereafter.
The matter was immediately reported to the police and a case of rape was opened, the girl was further taken to a healthcare facility for medical examination. Meanwhile, a manhunt for the two suspects has been launched.
Police appeal to anyone who may have information regarding the suspects who raped the young girl in White River to please contact Detective Constable Sifiso Maseko on 0764123601 or White river SAPS on 013-7500888.