A 34-year-old Kimberley woman who was gang-raped and later set alight is in critical condition in hospital.
A 34-YEAR-old Kimberley woman who was gang-raped and later set alight is in critical condition in hospital.
The incident took place on Friday evening as the woman was on her way home.
Police spokesperson Lieutenant-Colonel Sergio Kock said the woman was found in front of a shanty in Lethabo Park, Roodepan, on Saturday.
“It is alleged that she was raped by three unknown men before she was set alight with paraffin. She is currently receiving medical treatment and is in a critical condition,” said Kock.
He added that the Galeshewe SAPS Family Violence, Child Protection and Sexual Offences unit is investigating the incident.
“Anyone with information can contact Detective Warrant Officer Lesego Oliphant at 082 495 4605 or Captain Sebata Tsiu at 083 210 3820. The investigation continues,” Kock stated.
No arrests have been made yet.
