Crime

Man in police custody for allegedly raping a student

February 5, 2019 12:45 pm

A 26-year-old man is in custody at the Sigatoka Police Station for allegedly raping a 19-year-old student yesterday morning.

The suspect allegedly committed the offence while the victim was gardening.

Police say the victim managed to free herself after she got hold of a stick and knocked the suspect unconscious.

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He remains in custody as investigation continues.