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Stellenbosch University student arrested for allegedly raping a fellow student

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A Stellenbosch University student has been arrested for allegedly raping another student on campus.

The alleged perpetrator was arrested by the SAPS yesterday morning after the victim opened a case of rape.

The Management of Stellenbosch University says it is deeply distressed to learn of the alleged incident on campus.

The Rector and management is taking immediate action to support the victim.

The alleged perpetrator has been suspended from his residence, pending further internal and criminal investigation by law enforcement authorities.

Liesl Smit
Liesl Smit
Liesl is the Smile 90.4FM News Manager. She has been at Smile since 2016, with nearly 20 years experience in the radio industry, including reading news, field reporting and producing. In 2008 she won the Vodacom Journalist of the Year Award, Western Cape region. liesl@smile904.fm

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