Over 90 suspects arrested for sexual offences throughout SA in a single week – SABC Information

More than 90 suspects have been arrested for sexual offences in just one week across South Africa.

This is part of a 90-day nationwide operation led by the South African Police Service.

The intensified blitz aims to fast-track efforts to combat and prevent gender-based violence and femicide in the country.

SAPS spokesperson, Lieutenant Colonel Vincent Mukhathi, says Gauteng recorded the highest number of arrests, with 26 suspects taken into custody.

“In addition, police arrested 73 wanted rape suspects as well as 16 individuals tracked down for sexual offences in various provinces. The SAPS is also focusing on community mobilisation, enhancing better response, and strengthening collaboration with other government departments and community-based organizations in the fight against GBVF in the country.”