Two separate rape cases were withdrawn by the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions last month.

A 35-year-old man was charged with the rape and sexual assault of a 9-year-old girl, however, this matter was discontinued after the victim returned to her country and could not be contacted.

A 22-year-old man was charged with the rape and sexual assault of a 40-year-old woman, however, this matter was discontinued after the death of the victim.