Top South African policeman charged with sexual offences

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Shadrack Sibiya, who has made no comment, is alleged to have groomed a 16-year-old and raped an 18-year-old.

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  • Shadrack Sibiya, who has made no comment, is alleged to have groomed a 16-year-old and raped an 18-year-old.
  • Reported by BBC News and published Tue, 22 Sep 2026 16:54:41 UTC.

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