Security reaction units and CPF members in the Apies River area reacted to a scene at a house where workers were robbed and assaulted. One was also raped.

On Saturday, GAC Risk Solutions and the AfriForum neighbourhood watch reacted to a call-out at Huilboom Street in Bultfontein in the north of Pretoria, following an armed robbery and rape around 03:00.

“According to the victims, two robbers gained access to the property through the small gate.

“The suspects then walked to the workers’ rooms situated behind the main house on the property,” Juan du Plessis from GAC Risk Solutions said.

One of the robbers was armed with a handgun.

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“Of the four workers, one was robbed of his money and cellphone in his room after the robbers kicked open the door to his room and assaulted him.

“The robbers went from room to room to rob the victims and unfortunately, in the process, one of the workers was raped,” Du Plessis said.

One of the workers managed to escape and raised the alarm.

Du Plessis urged residents to be vigilant and safe.

“Your safety is not only your right but also a necessity, let us protect what is ours,” Du Plessis said.

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