Media Statement
South African Police Service
Office of the Provincial Commissioner KwaZulu-Natal

DURBAN – Durban Central Family Violence, Child Protection and Sexual Offences Unit detectives are seeking for assistance in solving a case of rape they are investigating.

It is alleged that on 5 May 2023, a 27-year-old woman was walking on St Georges Street to meet her friend when she was approached by two unknown men who threatened her with a knife. They pulled her towards Alexandra Street and gang raped her near the railway line under the bridge.

A case of rape was opened at Durban Central police station and the docket was transferred to Durban Central Family Violence, Child Protection and Sexual Offences Unit for further investigation. Police believe that the males attached in an identikit can be of assistance in solving the case.

We appeal to anyone who might have information regarding the men attached in identikit to contact the investigating officer Constable Khuzwayo on 061 332 1462/ 031 325 4016 or Crime Stop on 08600 10111.

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Enquiries:
Constable Thenjiswa Ngcobo
071 683 6525

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