Thursday, June 04, 2009

Whistleblower 'beaten up by relatives'

A teenage rape victim who blew the whistle on teachers allegedly raping and sexually assaulting pupils at an Umlazi school has been beaten by a fellow pupil and four of her relatives.

More teachers could be arrested after statements were taken relating to 15 incidents of rape and sexual assault, police said.

The assault on the girl has been widely condemned by child rights activists, saying it highlighted the lack of support for young victims.