Uct rape
Convicted UCT serial rapist ‘targeted women with braids’
Patrick Hlomane was handed nine life sentences in the Western Cape High Court on Monday.
Hlomane faces 28 charges, including rape, kidnapping and robbery with aggravated circumstances.
Patrick Hlomane has been charged in connection with a string of attacks on women near Rhodes Memorial.
Patrick Hlomane's pre-trial hearing in the Western Cape High Court was postponed on Friday.
Patrick Hlomane made an appearance in the Western Cape High Court today for a pre-trial hearing.
Patrick Hlomane appeared in the Wynberg Magistrates Court today.
Patrick Hlomane is believed to be behind the attacks on at least three women since last November.
Prosecutors say they have been examining substantial evidence, including video footage and cellphone records.
Patrick Hlomane is believed to be behind the attacks of at least three women near Rhodes Memorial.
The prosecution believes there is substantial evidence linking Hlomane to a series of rapes near UCT.
The 35-year-old will remain behind bars as prosecutors prepare for his case to go to trial.
Four alleged perpetrators have been identified as students, while one is apparently a staff member.
Wits University’s Gender Equity Office has assured survivors they will be offered the support they need.
University students in CT say they believe rape is regarded as a taboo topic, but say it is in fact a reality.
The suspected serial rapist will be remanded in custody as video footage & cellphones are scrutinised.
EWN shines the spotlight on how SA universities deal with rape cases and what policies are in place.
EWN has compared rape policies & guidelines at 8 institutions as students say not enough is being done.
Patrick Hlomane was arrested for the alleged rape of several female UCT students near Rhodes Memorial.
All 4 men will be taken to Pollsmoor Prison before appearing again on 5 April.