Maria David
A 45-YEAR-OLD man has been arrested by police in Omusati Region for allegedly raping two minors aged 14 and 16 at Onyamangunda village in the Onesi Constituency.
The Namibian Police Force Omusati’s Regional Commander Commissioner Ismael Basson, said the incident occurred in December 2024, at an unknown time and date, and was only reported to police on Friday.
According to Basson, the suspect arrived at the victim’s house and found them playing outside at the time of the incident.
“He grabbed both victims by their arms, pulled them into a bedroom, and instructed them to sit on the bed. He then pushed the 16-year-old onto the bed, undressed her, and sexually assaulted her,” he said.
He added that the 14-year-old was present during this assault.
Basson indicated that following the assault on the 16-year-old, the suspect then turned towards the 14-year-old, undressed her, and sexually assaulted her.
