A MUM’S quick trip back home allegedly exposed a horrifying incident.
This after she found her 15-year-old daughter in a towel and a family friend wearing only trousers.
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The 37-year-old man was arrested at the scene after allegedly sexually assaulting the teenager at their home in Chavani Riverside section, under the Waterval policing area in Limpopo.
The incident reportedly happened at about 8.45am on Friday, 6 November.
According to Limpopo police spokesman Colonel Malesela Ledwaba, the 40-year-old mum had left her daughter at home while driving to Nkuna Kraal Mall.
But while on her way, she realised she had forgotten her bank card and immediately turned back.
When she arrived, she allegedly found the door locked and knocked.
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Her daughter opened the door wearing only a towel.
The mum allegedly found the man, known to the family as a friend, inside the house wearing only trousers.
Police alleged that the suspect had forced the teenager into a bedroom, covered her mouth with his hands and raped her.
The mum immediately contacted police, who arrested the suspect at the scene.
“The mother immediately contacted the police, and a case of rape was opened, and the suspect was arrested on the scene.
“The 37-year-old male suspect is expected to appear before the Waterval Magistrates Court on Monday, 9 November 2026, facing a charge of rape.
“Police investigations are continuing,” Ledwaba said.
