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After 8-Year Old Girl’s Alleged Sexual Assault at School, Family Says They Had to Navigate Support Alone
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Despite receiving medical attention days after the alleged incident, Thandeka* says the family struggled to understand what support should follow.
Teddy Bear ClinicA Lenasia South grandmother says they contacted the Teddy Bear Clinic for help after receiving no assistance from their granddaughter’s school following her alleged rape.
Thandeka* says it was her husband who eventually contacted the organisation, Teddy Bear Clinic, in June for help.
The child’s therapist at Teddy Bear Clinic told Health-e News that she has since been booked for ongoing therapy and court preparation.
Gauteng Education Department respondsThe Gauteng Education Department confirmed that the security guard has since returned to Kiasha Park Primary School for duty.