Mozambican attempted rape suspect beaten by locals in KZN

Community members in Redcliffe caught and beat a 39-year-old Mozambican man who allegedly attempted to rape a 29-year-old woman.

May 14, 2025 - 03:00
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Mozambican attempted rape suspect beaten by locals in KZN

A 39-year-old Mozambican national, who allegedly attempted to rape a 29-year-old South African woman, was caught and beaten by community members in Redcliffe, KwaZulu-Natal, on Tuesday 13 May.

According to the Reaction Unit South Africa (RUSA) residents contacted Operations Centre around 16:51, reporting that a mob was attacking a man on Valley View Drive.

Reaction Officers responded swiftly and located the injured suspect, who had sustained blunt force trauma and whip marks to his head and body.

The crowd fled before the first responders arrived.

Victim Identifies Mozambican Attempted Rape Suspect

Officers interviewed several residents at a nearby informal settlement and traced the alleged victim to her home.

She told officers that the accused entered her tuck shop and waited until all customers had left.

He then allegedly assaulted her and dragged her into a room, where he attempted to rape her.

Her screams reportedly drew the attention of nearby residents, who rushed to her aid.

Residents Pursue and Capture Suspect

The suspect allegedly fled on foot, but community members gave chase.

As more residents joined the pursuit, the crowd grew in size.

They eventually caught up with the man on Valley View Drive, where they allegedly assaulted him before notifying RUSA.

Police Take Over Investigation

Reaction Officers handed the suspect over to the Verulam South African Police Service (SAPS).

Authorities have launched an investigation into the alleged attempted rape and the mob assault that followed.

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