Limpopo Man Arrested For Alleged Rape Of 95-Year-Old Woman

Police in Limpopo have arrested a 30-year-old man in connection with the alleged rape of a 95-year-old woman at her home in Vleeisboom village, within the Hlogotlou policing area in the Sekhukhune District.

The arrest follows an urgent investigation launched after the shocking incident was reported to police.

Elderly Limpopo Woman Attacked in Her Own Home

According to South African Police Service (SAPS) spokesperson Brigadier Hlulani Mashaba, the alleged attack occurred on Friday night, 9 January 2026, at around 10pm.

“It is alleged that in the evening, the elderly victim was busy preparing food for herself at her home when she was surprised by the suspect inside her house,” Mashaba said.

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Police allege that the suspect was armed with a knife when he confronted the victim.

Police claim the man assaulted the elderly woman, gagged her and raped her before fleeing the scene.

A rape case was immediately opened at the Hlogotlou Police Station, triggering a manhunt for the suspect.

Through what SAPS described as diligent investigative work, officers were able to trace and arrest the suspect on Saturday night, 10 January 2026.

Police Condemn ‘Reprehensible’ Crime

Acting Limpopo provincial commissioner Major General Jan Scheepers strongly condemned the alleged crime and commended officers for their swift response.

“The arrest of this suspect demonstrates our unwavering commitment to bringing perpetrators of gender-based violence to justice, particularly those who prey on our most vulnerable community members,” Scheepers said.

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“The brutality displayed against a 95-year-old woman is utterly reprehensible and will not be tolerated in our province.”

He added: “I commend the investigating team for their swift action in apprehending the suspect. We will ensure that this case receives the attention it deserves as it proceeds through the criminal justice system.”

The suspect is expected to appear before the Nebo Magistrate’s Court on Monday, 12 January 2026, on a charge of rape.

Police said investigations are ongoing.

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