- The Kraaifontein police is calling on the help of the public to trace the whereabouts of a taxi driver in connection with the rape, kidnapping and attempted murder of a woman.
- Preliminary investigation reveals that on Saturday 30 September 2023 the victim was travelling by taxi to Bloekombos.
- On the way, the driver drove in the direction of Bottelary Road where he assaulted the victim, raped her and left her naked in the bushes.
The Kraaifontein Family Violence, Child Protection and Sexual Offences Unit is calling on the help of the public to trace the whereabouts of a taxi driver in connection with the rape, kidnapping and attempted murder of a woman.
According to police spokesperson WO Joseph Swartbooi, preliminary investigation reveals that on Saturday 30 September 2023 the victim was travelling by taxi to Bloekombos.
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“On the way, the driver drove in the direction of Bottelary Road where he assaulted the victim, raped her and left her naked in the bushes," he related. "She later managed to walk to a nearby restaurant, where the personnel assisted her with transport to Kraaifontein police where she reported her ordeal.
“We appeal to anyone with information please to contact the investigating officer, Detective Warrant Officer Vatishwa Tsotso, on 082 522 1039 or Crime Stop on 08600 10111,” Swartbooi said.