The Family Violence, Child Protection and Sexual Offences unit in Maletswai are seeking the community’s help in tracing a suspect in an allegation of rape that took place during the early hours of Sunday morning, 8 September 2024 in Eureka, Burgersdorp.

It is alleged that at approximately 01:40 on the abovementioned date, the complainant, 36-years-old was walking home when she was confronted by a male that was armed with a knife. She was forced into the veld and raped.

Police have compiled an identikit of the suspect and the details are as follow:

He is a tall, dark in complexion and is aged late 30’s / early 40’s. He was wearing a blue jacket, greyish trouser, and white bucket hat.

Anyone who can assist in tracing the suspect is asked to contact the D/Sgt Xolile Fikizolo on 073 490 4 873 or Crime Stop on 08600 10111 or the nearest police station. All information is confidential and callers may remain anonymous .

Source: South African Police Service