-Staff Writer 24,Mon Nov 2025
The police in Kanana near Orkney outside Klerksdorp in the North West have launched a manhunt for a suspected rapist.
The suspect attached to the identity-kit is at large and is sought by the SAPS.
The police provincial spokesperson, Adéle Myburgh in a statement said it was reported to the police that a 15-year-old victim was walking home in Extension 4, Kanana, at about 18:30 on Tuesday, 19 August 2025.
She was approached by an unknown man who overpowered and threatened her with a knife, then raped her.
Myburgh says according to information provided to them the suspect is dark in complexion, with dark eyes, medium in height and built.
The assailant is said that he was wearing a white cap and a white t-shirt and spoke Setswana. He is estimated to be about 25-years-old or older.
“The police request anyone who may have information that can assist to identify and trace the man, to contact the Branch Commander / Investigating Officer, Colonel Hariëtte McKinsey/Constable Onalena Letebele of Klerksdorp Family Violence, Child Protection and Sexual Offences (FCS) Unit on Cell: 082 492 3785 / Cell: 082 568 6909. Anonymous tip-offs can also be communicated via MySAPS App on your smart phone or alternatively call Crime Stop on 08600 10111, ” Myburgh said.
News Junction (Gold Standard)