Following their arrest by the police from the Family Violence, Child Protection and Sexual Offences Unit, where they requested for bail which was denied. The grandparents, Nkgalakana Mabusela and Lesiba Ledwaba appeared in the Mahwelereng Magistrate’s Court on Monday.
The South African Police Services said the pair was taken into custody after investigations son child negligence leading to Omphile’s disappearance. Police say the matter remains under investigation as the search team remains on the ground.
According to Provincial Police spokesperson, Colonel Malesela Ledwaba, the case reflects the serious measures that authorities enforce in Child Protection matters.
The police are urging the public to come forward with any information that may help in locating the child. The case has been postponed for further investigation, with the accused still held in custody.
The police stress that finding the child remains their high priority as fears for the child’s safety rises.
Sub-Editor : Thibela Thandeka
