Rape suspects denied bail

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JWANENG: Raosualala Seoseng, who has been on the run after appearing in court only once for a charge of rape, found himself struggling to justify his actions in court last week.

The accused last appeared on October 14, 2015 but missed other two court appearances. A warrant of arrest was issued and remained in force until he was arrested and brought before court. On December 8, 2015, the prosecution withdrew the matter until they arrested him on Thursday last week. The prosecution pleaded that he be remanded in custody as he had proven to be a flight risk.

Seoseng however insisted that he was told by one CID officer that the October 22, 2015 mention was cancelled and that he would come and update him about the next mention. When quizzed whether he wants to call the said officer to testify on the allegations, he declined stating that it was not worth it because the officer failed to inform him about the next appearance.

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