Amantle Samane’s Alleged Killer Hospitalised Following Assault In Custody

Phethe Sara Simiao is said to have been assaulted while waiting for his court hearing. The Mozambican accused of raping and killing six-year-old Amantle Samane was due in Protea Magistrate’s Court on Friday, November 1.

Simiao is charged with rape, murder, kidnapping, and breaching the Immigration Act. According to reports, Amantle was playing with friends in her Orlando Street neighbourhood when she was approached and allegedly called by Simiao.

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Her grim discovery in an abandoned shack just two streets from her home sends chills down the spine of the community.

Assault Claims in Custody

While awaiting his court appearance, Simiao was reportedly assaulted in custody. On November 1, during a brief session at the Protea Magistrate’s Court, Simiao exhibited visible signs of distress and claimed that prison wardens had attacked him. He complained of injuries to various parts of his body, including his stomach and legs.

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Future Proceedings

The public response to Samane’s murder has been one of profound grief and anger. Police Minister Senzo Mchunu expressed his emotional turmoil upon witnessing Simiao in court, referring to Samane’s killing as a “devastating” tragedy.

The case has since been postponed to December 3, with Simiao expected to be hospitalised before being remanded in custody again.