Over 500 suspects have been arrested across the country for various sexual crimes in the past two weeks.

Police spokesperson Amanda van Wyk says during the same period, Family Violence, Child Protection, and Sexual Offences (FCS) investigators secured 13 life imprisonment sentences and an additional 448 years’ imprisonment against convicted sexual offenders.

“These sentences were handed down in various courts following thorough investigations and meticulous case preparation by dedicated detectives. The SAPS commends all men and women in blue for their continued dedication and commitment to ensuring that perpetrators of sexual violence are brought to justice and that survivors receive the justice and dignity they deserve.”

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