Government welcomes sentencing of Modise Motapane
Government welcomes the Palm Ridge Magistrates Court sentencing of Modise Motapane who was handed two life sentences and an additional seven years behind bars for the rape and murder of Keabetswe Tshabalala in September last year.
Keabetswe’s body was found by her relatives in an abandoned building in Katlehong, Johannesburg.
Acting GCIS CEO Phumla Williams said, “We commend the law enforcement agencies and judicial system for their dedicated effort to ensuring that justice is served. This sentencing clearly demonstrates that government will not tolerate such vile criminal acts and remains committed to ensuring that children feel and are safe.
Williams said, “This sentencing serves as a deterrent to those who threaten the safety of our children, our courts will deal harshly with perpetrators found guilty of these deeds”.
The South African Police Service and the existing courts are empowered under the Domestic Violence Act, Sexual Offences Act and Children’s Act to arrest, prosecute and convict perpetrators of violence against women and children.
South Africans are therefore encouraged to play their part by reporting any criminal activity to local police stations. Working together with government, communities should act against perpetrators of violence and ensure that justice continues to prevail.
Enquiries:
Phumla Williams
Cell: 083 501 0139
