The Vaalbank Magistrate’s Court hss denied bail to a Limpopo police constable accused of raping and sexually grooming her own 10-year-old son.
The accused is facing charges of raping a minor, sexual grooming of a child, and creating and distributing child pornography using her son.
Earlier this year, a video clip allegedly showing her having sex with her underage son went viral on social media, sparking outrage among South Africans.
The Independent Police Investigative Directorate (IPID) spokesperson, Lizzy Suping, stated that the accused officer was denied bail due to her lack of a fixed address and interference with witnesses.
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The Minister of Police, Bheki Cele, had earlier condemned the cop’s actions and stated that she was no longer an honourable member of the SAPS but a criminal.
“When you are told that a member of the SAPS has been arrested, it is one of the most painful things. But to do this one is even beyond comprehension.
“This is not just a member of the SAPS. It’s the real mother of the boy, she is arrested, and to us, she is no more an honourable member; she is a criminal,” Cele said.
The case has been remanded to May 3 to allow for further investigation, according to Suping.
