Pastor rapes teenager while mother waits outside
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A 34 years old pastor from the New Babillon Apostolic church in Evaton West is set to remain in police custody following his arrest on charges of rape against 14 years old church member.
It is said that the said cruel act occurred on several occasions starting from 16 August 2024 when the child, her parents and the pastor were returning from a spiritual retual in Clearence, Free State and stopped at a filling station to allow the victim to use the restroom.
It is alleged that the pastor followed her to the restroom and allegedly raped her, while her parents waited in the car unaware of the incident. Following this, it is alleged that the Pastor asked the victim’s mother to bring the girl to church for prayer sessions.
Lumka Mahanajana from the NPA also said that on several occasions between August 2024 and January 2025, it is alleged that the pastor raped the girl during the sessions while her mother waited outside.
“The abuse came to light after the victim developed infections and confided in her sister, who informed their parents. The mother confronted the Pastor and reported the matter to the police. The pastor was arrested on 02 March 2025 and made his first court appearance the following day.”
The case was postponed to 13 March 2025 for a formal bail application, which the state intends to oppose.
