Elderly woman raped and robbed in Vierfontein, police request information

A 70-year-old woman was allegedly raped and robbed of cash in her home in Vierfontein on Thursday, 30 December 2021 at about 04:00.

It is alleged that the complainant opened her back door around 04:00 for her dog to go out. She returned to the door where a male was already waiting with a knife in front of her. He allegedly forced her into her room, told her to undress and raped her. After the rape ordeal, he asked for money. It is further alleged that money (R300) in her purse was taken by the suspect. He let her put on her clothes and went out of the house and left the scene.

A neighbour was called by the victim who called the police to the scene. This unknown suspect is at large. A case of rape and house robbery was opened for further investigation.

Any person with information that may assist in arresting the suspect is requested to contact Warrant Officer Lukas Breedt of Vierfontein SAPS on 082 466 7085 or use MySAPS App for anonymous tip-offs.

Source: South African Police Service