MAN arrested for little girl's murder.
The 27-year-old suspect was arrested for the murder of eight-year-old Veronique May, whose body was found in Kamesh in Kariega on Monday, 6 October.
Police spokeswoman Captain Sandra Janse van Rensburg said the kid was reported missing by her family shortly after 5pm on Sunday, 5 October.
"A search operation was launched immediately. Information was obtained on who Veronique was last seen with on Sunday evening. Kamesh police found the man, and he was taken to the police station for his own safety from the community," said Van Rensburg.
She said during questioning on Monday, the suspect led investigators to a house in De Booi Street, Langa, where Veronique's body was found in one of the rooms.
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"The man was arrested and charged with murder. He is expected to appear in the Kariega Magistrates Court on Wednesday, 8 October," she said.
Van Rensburg said the arrest was made by the South African Police Service Family Violence, Child Protection and Sexual Offences Unit in Kariega.
Nelson Mandela Bay District police commissioner Major-General Vuyisile Ncata strongly condemned the horrific act and commended the swift response by the investigating team.
"The murder of a kid is one of the most heartless crimes imaginable. We will ensure justice is served for this young victim and her family," said Ncatha.
"Gender-based violence and crimes against kids remain a serious concern and the South African Police Service reaffirms its commitment to ensuring perpetrators of such heinous crimes are brought to justice."
