By Promise Rotimi, OGUN |
The Ogun State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of a 25-year-old woman, Temitope Adetanju for abusing her 12-years-old ward.
It was gathered that the girl was severely beaten by her guardian, Adetanju and a piece of firewood was inserted into her private part.
This was disclosed to NATIONAL TELESCOPE in a statement by the Ogun State Police Spokesperson, Omolola Odutola, on Thursday.
It reads, “Report from Superintendent Obada Oko regarding a case of child abuse and assault causing harm.
“The incident occurred on 11/06/24 at about 1100hrs, The Divisional Police Officer received information that a 12-year-old girl from Isewo Obada Oko was severely beaten and had a piece of firewood inserted into her private area by her guardian, one Temitope Adetanju, a 25-year-old woman residing at the same address.
“On receipt of the distress report, the Divisional Police Officer deployed the Officer in Charge of Juvenile Welfare Center, to apprehend the suspect. Upon her arrest, it was discovered that the victim had stolen items including biscuits worth ₦200, Milo worth ₦150, and Mr Fruit worth ₦300. The suspect admitted to committing the crime, and the investigation is ongoing.”
