By Obakeng Maje
Itsoseng- The fight against sexual offences gained success when Itsoseng Regional Court  sentenced Molatlhegi Richard Ramaisa,28, to life imprisonment on Monday for rape.  

“Upon sentencing the accused, the court also enforced Section 50(2)(a & b) of Sexual Offences and Related Matters Amendment Act, 2007 (ACT 32 OF 2007) that the accused’s name is to be entered into National Register for Sexual Offenders” colonel Sabata Mokgwabone said.     

The crime was committed on 16 June 2012 when the accused raped a 79 year-old woman at Zone 1, Itsoseng after breaking and gaining entrance into the house. The old woman was found sleeping alone in the house and ultimately raped after the accused failed to get his intended victim, the old woman’s granddaughter.

The North West Acting Provincial Commissioner, Major General Ryno Naidoo thanked police for their excellent work that ensured that the accused gets maximum sentence.

“We will continue to work hard with other role players to ensure justice for every victim of crime including vulnerable persons like the old woman. We have no doubt that the sentence will send a clear message that police will deal effectively with those who commit crime”, said Major General Naidoo.    
-TDN
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