By Obakeng Maje

Carnavon-A 19 year-old man sanctioned to eight years in prison for attempted rape last week by Carnavon Regional Court.

The atrocity took place back in September when a woman was allegedly walking along Town Dam, near Carnavon approached by a suspect.

“The suspect dragged a woman to the nearby bushes and attempt to rape her. She was assaulted in the process and her husband came to her rescue” lieutenant Adrea Cloete said.

Police said a suspect allegedly overpowered a husband during the squabble.

“The suspect ran for cover and tried to seek help. The suspect dragged a 42 year-old woman deep in the dam where he tried his monstrous act” Cloete said.

Police said community member allegedly heard a woman screaming and went on to investigate.

The community member called other people and hauled stones at the suspect who fled the scene afterwards.

A case of attempted rape was opened at Carnavon Police Station and a man-hunt was launched.

A 19 year-old suspect was arrested later that day and appeared before court for attempted rape.

“On Thursday last week, the suspect,19, was convicted for attempted rape at the Regional Court, Carnarvon. He was sentenced to eight years in imprisonment” Cloete said.

“It was for the first time that Detective Constable Moreetsimang Mogakwe, attached to the FCS unit Carnarvon, investigated such a big case and where he got a good sentence, says police. 

Carnarvon Cluster Commander, Lt Col LD Molomonyane, commended S/Const Mogakwe for his proper and thorough investigation into this matter.-TDN

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