KZN constable who allegedly raped colleague released on bail

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27 February 2024 | 15:39

The incident allegedly happened last September, during a gathering where student constables were having a braai and drinks at their rental compound. 

CAPE TOWN - A 26-year-old student constable from KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) has been arrested for the alleged rape of his colleague.

The incident allegedly happened in September last year, during a gathering where student constables were having a braai and drinks at their rental compound. 
 
It is believed that when it was time for them to go to their rooms to sleep, the man allegedly went into the 26-year-old woman's room and raped her.

The case was reported to the Independent Police Investigative Directorate (IPID) in KZN, and an investigation was launched.

IPID Spokesperson Phaladi Shuping said the suspect had been released on bail.

"He appeared in the Pietermaritzburg Magistrates Court today, and was released on bail of R2,000. The case was postponed to 15 April 2024."

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