fbpx
16 C
Cape Town
Tuesday, November 26, 2024

Kraaifontein alleged taxi driving rapist sought

Published on

 

 

Kraaifontein Police are searching for a taxi driver who allegedly assaulted and raped a woman on 30 September 2023.

 

It’s understood the victim was travelling by taxi to Bloekombos. En route, the driver drove in the direction of Bottelary Road where he assaulted the victim, raped her and left her naked in the bush.

 

Police arrests LEAP officer murder suspect
Credit: MyBroadBand

 

She later managed to walk to a nearby restaurant where the personnel assisted her with transport to Kraaifontein Police Station where the matter was reported.

 

Warrant Officer Joseph Swartbooi has issued an appeal for information that could lead to the perpetrator’s apprehension:

 

“We appeal to anyone with information to please call the investigating officer Detective Warrant Officer Vatishwa Tsotso on 082 522 1039 or alternatively Crime Stop on 08600 10111,” says Swartbooi.

 

READ MORE: Babies found in a drain in Kraaifontein

Lizell Persens
Lizell Persens
Lizell is a Cape Town-based news anchor, reporter and transcriptionist. She has been a journalist for the past 10 years, and started her career as a TV producer. The avid reader enjoys writing poems, fast cars, music, travelling, and exploring new food.

Latest articles

SAHPRA recalls incorrectly arranged YAZ Plus pills

    The South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA) has recalled a batch of YAZ Plus birth control pills following an alarming mix-up. SAHPRA CEO...

Grade 8 learner gunned down in Elsies River, 3 others wounded

    The Police's Anti-Gang Unit has launched a manhunt for the gunmen who shot and killed a 14-year-old boy at Ravensmead High School this morning....

PRASA avails special late train service for Bafana Bafana match

    The Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA) and Metrorail has announced that it is availing late trains for Bafana Bafana fans in Cape...