Lylie Happiness
Oshakati, Aug. 3 — In a distressing incident, a 15-year-old Namibian girl was reportedly raped at Nanseb Section on Sunday, leaving the community outraged and demanding justice.
Additionally, on Saturday, July 29, 2023, a 14-year-old boy faced a similar traumatic experience at the Nuwerus location in Aranos.
Shockingly, both cases involve known suspects who have not been apprehended, leaving the victims and their families in fear and uncertainty. According to the police report, the incident involving the 15-year-old girl occurred when the suspect offered to escort her home from a social gathering with friends. Instead, the suspect took her to his place of residence, where he allegedly engaged in sexual intercourse with the minor, who cannot legally give consent due to her age. Despite being well known to the authorities, the suspect remains at large, and the investigation is ongoing.
Similarly, in the case of the 14-year-old boy, it is alleged that another known suspect coerced the victim into his house and sexually assaulted him. The traumatized young boy mustered the courage to report the crime, hoping for justice to be served. However, as of now, no arrest has been made in connection with the incident, further exacerbating the distressing situation.
Rape is a heinous crime that not only inflicts physical harm but also leaves deep emotional scars on the victims, affecting them for a lifetime. The safety and security of the community are at stake when perpetrators of such crimes remain free, posing a threat to others. As these investigations continue, it is crucial for law enforcement agencies to act promptly and diligently to ensure that justice is served. Local authorities have assured the public that they are committed to bringing the perpetrators to justice and providing support to the victims and their families.
They implore anyone with information pertaining to these cases to come forward and help with the investigations because getting the public’s involvement is key to solving these crimes.
