'I am one of two substance abuse social workers, from Capricorn through Retreat, Steenberg to Pelican Park and all areas between there.'
April explains what happens when they receive a call from police that a child has been raped."The child is taken to a district surgeon to be examined medically."
"Alternatively, the court proceedings might occur within 48 hours. In the latter cases the social worker has the authority to find placement for the children concerned, until court the following day."
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