Nurses raped by armed men at Chuene Clinic in Limpopo
Limpopo MEC for Health Dieketseng Mashego has expressed shock and disgust following a horrific incident in which two nurses were raped at Chuene Clinic in Limpopo on Friday.
Heavily armed man reportedly entered the Chuene Clinic, Capricorn District overpowered three security personnel, and tied them up before abducting the two nurses.
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This incident occurred around 1:00 AM while the nurses were on night duty. They only reappeared around 5:00 AM on Friday.
MEC Mashego says the incident is a setback to their efforts trying to ensure that clinics can function 24 hours a day
“This deplorable incident is a serious setback to our department’s efforts to ensure that clinics can function 24 hours a day,” stated MEC Mashego.
“My heart goes out to the two nurses who have suffered immense physical and psychological trauma. How can we convince our staff to work night shifts to serve the community if the same community turns against them in such a violent manner?”
SHOCK AS TWO NURSES ARE RAPED AT CHUENE CLINIC IN THE EARLY HOURS OF FRIDAY
MEC Mashego has made a heartfelt call to action for the community.
“This incident is not just an attack on our clinic. It is an affront to the very fabric of our community,” she said.
“The individuals responsible for this crime are not strangers. They may be living among us. Surely, as community members, we must know something. I urge every member of our community to rise up and assist the police in their investigation.
“We must come together, share any information. Support law enforcement in their relentless pursuit of justice. The safety of our community and the well-being of our healthcare workers depend on our collective action,” pleaded MEC Mashego.
The police have been called to the scene. Psychological support has also been arranged for the victims.
MEC Mashego promised that her department will not rest until the perpetrator is found and brought to justice, emphasizing the commitment to work closely with law enforcement agencies.
