Another dog allegedly abused by Caesar rape suspect

MOSSEL BAY NEWS - The man accused of raping Ext 8 dog Caesar in June this year has now had a second case of bestiality opened against him, this time for a juvenile male dog named Tyson.

He was rearrested and is currently in the Da Gamaskop Police Station holding cells.

The Garden Route SPCA Mossel Bay said Tyson’s owner reported on Tuesday 10 November that her eight-year-old son had witnessed the alleged act by the same man accused in the Caesar case.

Following the report, the SPCA said its inspectors transported the extremely distressed Tyson for urgent veterinary care and a forensic sexual assault examination.

DNA samples and photographic evidence were collected.

The SPCA has also provided support and reassurance to Tyson’s devastated family that he was safe and in gentle, kind hands.

“The Garden Route SPCA opened the criminal case at Da Gamaskop SAPS and placed the available evidence before the police,” said the SPCA.

“We are grateful to SAPS for acting swiftly on the case and arresting the accused. Tyson is now safe in our care, but safe does not mean healed. He remains petrified and withdrawn.

His recovery will require time, patience and gentle handling, and our team is giving him the space and reassurance he needs to begin trusting people again.

“Our inspectors are now preparing the further charges and supporting evidence required in Tyson’s case. We will continue working with the SAPS and the prosecution throughout the criminal proceedings.

“Considering the seriousness of the allegations, the accused’s failure to appear in court and the fact that a second case has now been opened against him, we firmly believe that he should remain in custody and should not be granted bail.

Bail is ultimately a decision for the court, but the safety of other animals and the wider community must come first.”

For verified updates on Tyson’s recovery and future court appearances - and to learn how the public can support the Garden Route SPCA Inspectorate team - visit the Garden Route SPCA Facebook page here.

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