One of Gauteng’s most wanted rapists arrested in Lenasia

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The man is believed to be connected to a number of rape incidents in Gauteng and KZN.

One of the two most wanted serial rapists in Gauteng was finally nabbed by law enforcement on Saturday, reportsSipho Mbatha, 33, was arrested at a residence in Lawley, Lenasia. Mbatha was wanted by police in connection with at least ten rape cases, kidnapping, pointing of a firearm, attempted murder, and armed robbery.

The firearm is believed to have been used by Mbatha during the sexual offences against all his victims, including a 10-year-old. Mbatha, who used several surnames, including Ntombela and Mthethwa, was out on parole after being convicted for a rape in Paulpietersburg, KwaZulu-Natal. He was sentenced to 15 years in prison.

 

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