Crime 5 November 2026, 13:24 2 outlets

Serial child abuser sentenced to 653 years and three life terms

First reported by IOL at 11:10

The child predator committed 119 sexual offenses against three young victims between 2015 and 2024.

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IOL11:10 Man who raped, trafficked and exploited children sentenced to three life terms and 653 years (opens in a new tab)
The Citizen13:24 Serial child abuser sentenced to 653 years and three life terms (opens in a new tab)

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