South Africa, Aug. 14 -- Fake creative

Victor Mokoena, 26, was convicted of four counts of rape, as well as attempted murder, robbery with aggravating circumstances, assault with intent to do grievous bodily harm and pointing of an object resembling a firearm.

According to the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA), Mokoena operated in and around Johannesburg between March 2021 and October 2024, presenting himself as a photographer or promoter when communicating with young women through Facebook and Instagram.

He reportedly used offers of modelling, promotional and photoshoot opportunities to arrange meetings with his victims. Once they arrived at the agreed locations, Mokoena took them to secluded areas, where he raped and assaulted the...