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2 rapes reported over weekend

A woman (38) was allegedly gang-raped by three men at Outjo’s Damara Location on Sunday.

Namibian Police spokesperson deputy commissioner Kauna Shikwambi said the suspects were arrested, and police investigations continue.

In a separate incident at Gobabis, a girl (14) was allegedly raped by a man (24) on Friday.

Shikwambi said the suspect gained entry into the house where the girl and her younger brother were asleep.

The suspect allegedly raped the girl before fleeing the scene.

“The police investigation into the matter continues,” Shikwambi said.

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