The Ondo State Police Command has arrested a man, Amos Paul, over the alleged abuse of his 10-year-old daughter, who reportedly sustained severe burns after being punished for bedwetting.
The suspect, a resident of Unaun, Upenme in Owo Local Government Area, was taken into custody after the incident was reported to the police on Thursday, according to the command’s spokesperson, DSP Abayomi Jimoh.
Police said the suspect allegedly used a hot pressing iron to burn the child’s private part as a form of punishment. The girl suffered serious injuries and was immediately taken to the Federal Medical Centre (FMC), Owo, where she is currently receiving treatment.
In a statement, Jimoh said detectives attached to the ‘A’ Division in Owo swiftly responded to the report, arrested the suspect and commenced preliminary investigations.
According to the police, the case will be transferred to the Gender Unit for further investigation and any additional legal action deemed necessary.
Reacting to the incident, Ondo State Commissioner of Police, Felix Ohagwu, condemned the alleged act, describing it as cruel, inhumane and unacceptable.
The commissioner reaffirmed the command’s commitment to protecting children and other vulnerable members of society from abuse, violence and exploitation. He also urged residents to promptly report cases of child abuse, domestic violence and related offences to the nearest police station, assuring that offenders would be prosecuted in accordance with the law.
The incident has renewed concerns over child abuse and the need for stronger protection of children, as authorities continue their investigation into the case….See More
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