Magistrate convicts Loeto of rape

Loeto is suspected to be a serial rapist in close to 20 rape cases that were reported in Ramotswa, as they have the same modus operandi. He is currently charged with three counts of rape, with the likelihood of increasing the count to a possible 20. Loeto was today convicted of a rape charge dating back to July 28, 2024 at Ramotswa Magistrate Court.

In delivering judgment, Majuta called five witnesses whose evidence painted a consistent account of the events leading to the offence. Among witnesses was the medical doctor who examined the complainant’s shortly after the incident. The doctor had told the court that the complainant was in pain during examination and had sustained bruises on her neck and body, an injured knee and was wearing dirty clothes.

The doctor further observed a white vaginal discharge and concluded that the complainant had been sexually violated. More than P8.1 million has already been spent, yet there appears to be no lasting solution in sight. This is not simply a dispute between the DIS and a group of officers.

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It is a matter of public accountability. Every pula spent by government comes from taxpayers who expect public funds to be used wisely and responsibly, especially during economic hardships faced by many.The officers exercised their constitutional right to seek justice through…

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