Limpopo Radio DJ arrested for sexual assault of 6-year-old relative

A 34-year-old prominent radio DJ from the Vhembe District, Limpopo, has been arrested on charges of sexually assaulting a 06-year-old relative at her residence in Mpheni Block B.

The DJ who works as a DJ at a radio station based in Thohoyandou, Limpopo was arrested on Monday following a thorough investigation by Waterval SAPS detectives.

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He made his initial appearance before the Waterval Magistrate’s Court on Tuesday, where proceedings were postponed to 27 May 2025 for a formal bail application.

Police reports indicate that the incident allegedly occurred on 12 May 2025 at approximately 15:30. The girl’s mother, who was in Pretoria at the time, was notified by the child’s grandmother that the minor was unwell.

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Upon returning home immediately, she learned that the child had already been taken to the hospital, where medical examination confirmed sexual assault.

During subsequent interviews, the child disclosed that the suspect had shown inappropriate material before committing the alleged assault.

The Provincial Commissioner of SAPS in Limpopo, Lieutenant General Thembi Hadebe, expressed serious concerns regarding the incident.

“It is deeply disturbing when those who should be protecting our children become the very perpetrators who harm them,” she said.

“The suspect’s position as a public figure and family member makes this case particularly troubling, as it represents a profound betrayal of trust,” said Lieutenant General Hadebe.

“I want to assure the community that the SAPS takes crimes against children extremely seriously, regardless of who the suspect is,” Lieutenant General Hadebe concluded.