Sister, aunt rape accused denied bail

Friday, January 25, 2019

FRANCISTOWN: A 36-year-old man who allegedly raped his biological sister and aunt was denied bail pending trial when he appeared in court on Wednesday. The man, who cannot be named for ethical reasons, is facing three counts of rape.

He allegedly raped his aunt on May 17, 2017 and again on May 20, 2017 before he turned on his sister at Thapadiatla ranch near Sehunong village in the Central District.

Justice Matlhogonolo Phuthego said that the accused had approached the court seeking an order that he be admitted to bail pending trial.

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