Manhunt launched for suspect involved in alleged child rape in Eshowe

Manhunt launched for suspect involved in alleged child rape in Eshowe

Officers from Eshowe have launched a manhunt for a suspect, wanted in connection with a child rape case. 

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Gaopalelwe Phalaetsile

Members of the Family Violence, Child Protection and Sexual Offences Unit are trying to locate 39-year-old Simphiwe Dube from the KwaMfana area. 


He allegedly raped a teenager, aged 15, and has been on the run since January. Police spokesperson, Nqobile Gwala says a court's issued a warrant of arrest. 


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"A case of rape was opened at Eshowe police station and the docket was transferred to the Eshowe FCS Unit for further investigation." 


We appeal to anyone who may know of his whereabouts to contact Detective Constable Halalisani Khanyile on 082 ‪211 7469‬ /‪035 474 4211‬/15 or Crime Stop ‪08600 10111‬.


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