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Outstanding DNA results delay Krugersdorp gang rape case

KRUGERSDORP - Outstanding DNA test results have delayed the Krugersdorp mine dump rape case again.

Fourteen men stand accused of gang-raping eight women and robbing a music crew in Krugersdorp in July.

The suspects will appear in court again on 28 November.

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Political parties gathered outside court, calling for no bail for the accused.

The state asked for another postponement as DNA testing is still outstanding.

The rapes sparked mass outrage.

READ: Summons served on SAPS after Krugersdorp rape victims’ info leaked

Last month, residents took to the streets, targeting houses belonging to illegal miners.

They accuse Zama Zamas of terrorising communities.

* eNCA's Manqoba Mchunu reports.

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