Masemola Tasks Head Of Family Violence To Oversee Matatiele Rape Case

National Police commissioner, Fannie Masemola, has tasked the Head of the Family Violence, Child Protection and Sexual Investigations unit to oversee the ongoing investigation into the alleged rape of seven year-old girl in Matatiele in the Eastern Cape.

The seven year-old girl was allegedly raped in October last year and to date no arrests have been made.

National police spokesperson, Athlenda Mathe, says Major General Mmantsheke Lekhele is currently meeting with the investigating team to ensure that the chain of evidence in this case is properly preserved.

"General Lekhele will meet with persons of interest and key stakeholders such as the NPA to ensure justice and the finalization of the matter. Bringing criminals to book and putting perpetrators of crime behind bars remains a key priority for the SAPS. We assure the nation that justice will prevail and those who are found to be guilty of any offence will be brought to book."

There has been a countrywide outpouring of support for the seven-year-old.