The Independent Complaints Directorate (ICD) is investigating a case of rape against Constable Hyran Slyvester Mintor stationed South African Police Services (SAPS) Olifantshoek, Northern Cape.
It is alleged that on 29 September 2009, the suspect, Constable Mintor was at his house eating and drinking with his friends when the victim (ex-girlfriend) arrived. It is alleged that the victim voluntarily opted to remain behind with the accused when Constable Mintor’s friends left later that evening.
Later in the evening, the victim went to the Olifantshoek police station to lodge a complaint of assault against the accused. It is said that she did not want the police to arrest the accused but only to warn him to stop assaulting her. The police report indicates that the accused did not respond when they went to his house, it appeared that he was asleep.
The victim later went to the Kathu SAPS with her current boyfriend to open a case of rape against Constable Mintor. The case was immediately transferred to Olifantshoek SAPS. The accused was arrested and detained at Olifantshoek police cells.
The case was taken over by the ICD for investigation. The accused appeared before the Kathu Magistrate Court on a charge of rape on Monday, 28 September 2009. He was remanded in custody until his next court appearance 8 October 2009 for a formal bail application.
For enquiries contact:
Ms Grace Langa
Tel: 012 392 0430
Cell: 082 809 1927
E-mail: glanga@icd.gov.za
Issued by: Independent Complaints Directorate
29 September 2009
Source: Independent Complains Directorate (http://www.icd.gov.za)
