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50-year-old Rivers man lands in police custody for alleged defilement

From The Punch · () English

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  • Police in Rivers State, Nigeria, have arrested a 50-year-old man identified as Godwin for allegedly defiling two minors.
  • The suspect reportedly lured the girls, aged 13 and 11, into his room on errands and assaulted them while playing loud music.
  • An ongoing investigation includes awaiting medical reports to confirm the allegations, after which the case may be transferred to the appropriate bureau.

Authorities in Nigeria's Rivers State have apprehended a 50-year-old man, Godwin, in connection with the alleged defilement of two young girls in Ogale, Eleme Local Government Area. The arrest followed a formal complaint lodged by the parents of the victims, aged 13 and 11.

Then he will lock the door, turn up the volume of his music and sexually assault the children.

— CletusThe father of the older minor described the suspect's alleged method of operation.

According to the father of the older child, the suspect allegedly employed a pattern of sending the girls on errands and then inviting them into his room upon their return. He reportedly locked the door, increased his music volume, and proceeded to assault the children. The suspect is also accused of threatening the minors to prevent them from disclosing the incidents.

Yes, I can confirm the arrest of the suspect. He is in our custody.

— Blessing AgabeThe spokesperson for the Rivers State Police Command confirmed the arrest.

The Rivers State Police Command has confirmed the suspect's custody and stated that an investigation is underway. Police spokesperson Blessing Agabe noted that a medical form has been issued to the girls' parents for examinations. The results of these medical reports are crucial for verifying the allegations, particularly regarding penetration. If the reports confirm the assault, the case will be transferred to the relevant authorities for further action.

As I speak to you, we are still waiting for the results because they will show if there was penetration and so on.

— Blessing AgabeThe police spokesperson explained the importance of the medical reports in the ongoing investigation.
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