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No Confirmation of Nationality of Suspects arrested in Northhampton
for Rape Tshwane- The Department of Foreign Affairs has noted media reports
of the arrest of three suspects in Northhampton, Great Britain, alleged to be
South African citizens on charges of rape. At this stage, neither the Department
of Foreign Affairs nor the South African Police Services were advised of the arrest
of any South African by the British Authorities responsible for the matter. Accordingly,
the Department of Foreign Affairs and the South African Police Services will await
official notification by the British authorities on whether there are any South
Africans arrested in connection with the matter. Only after formal notification,
can the Department of Foreign Affairs acting in concert with the Department of
Home Affairs embark on a process of verification of the nationality and citizenship
of the suspects. Upon verification thereof, the Department of Foreign Affairs,
acting through its High Commission in London will then provide consular assistance. Issued
by Ronnie Mamoepa at 082-990-4853 Department of Foreign Affairs
P/Bag
X152
Pretoria
0001 19 August 2005.
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