The Ministry of Police has assured members of the public that law enforcement is actively investigating two incidences involving the rape of minors in the Eastern Cape.
This comes after the Ministry has taken note of calls on various social media platforms regarding the tragic violation of the two minors in two separate incidences in October and November last year.
In both incidences, the suspects have been identified and were arrested.
In its statement on Saturday, the Ministry said it fully understands the concerns of the public and the urgency surrounding these cases.
In respect of the first case, a minor known as “Alu” was raped, with the perpetrator being identified as “Siphesihle.”
The suspect was arrested and appeared in court in November last year.
“The DNA report is being compiled and once done, same will be presented to the Senior State Prosecutor for a decision. In the second case, a minor from Bergview College in the Eastern Cape was raped, with three individuals, including the school Principal, identified as suspects,” said the Ministry.
It added that all outstanding statements have since been obtained by the Investigating Officer and that DNA tests have also been conducted.
The Senior State Prosecutor will be consulted in the course of the coming week whereafter, the family will be provided with feedback on the matter.
“The Ministry wishes to assure the public that law enforcement is actively investigating both matters. The investigations are being handled with the utmost seriousness and priority. The South African Police Service (SAPS) is working diligently to ensure that justice is served and that those responsible are held accountable.
“While the Ministry acknowledges the public's desire for swift action, it is essential to allow the investigation to follow due process in order to ensure fairness, thoroughness and justice,” said the Ministry. -SAnews.gov.za
