Three cases of statutory rape have been opened at the Christiana Police Station after three teenage girls, aged 14, 15, and 16, visited the local clinic unaccompanied by parents and were confirmed to be pregnant.
According to police, the matter was brought to their attention by a nursing sister and a medical practitioner, who became concerned about the girls’ ages, absence from school, and lack of adult supervision.
The concern also raised questions about possible neglect or breach of duty of care by their guardians.
The South African Police Service (SAPS) Family Violence, Child Protection and Sexual Offences (FCS) Unit was alerted and has since launched an investigation into the possible contravention of the Sexual Offences and Related Matters Amendment Act of 2007.
This law prohibits consensual sexual acts with children under a certain age, even if the child gives consent.
Preliminary investigation revealed that all three girls were in intimate relationships that led to unprotected sex. The 14-year-old was allegedly impregnated by a 17-year-old boy, the 16-year-old by an 18-year-old, while the age of the 15-year-old girl’s boyfriend is still being verified.
Police say all dockets will be referred to the Senior Public Prosecutor for a decision.
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Updated: June 2025
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