Police in Kumasi have arrested a man. He is accused of defiling his eight-year-old daughter.

The alleged incident reportedly took place in the Asokwa suburb of Kumasi in the Ashanti Region.

Details of when the alleged defilement occurred were not immediately available.

The Ghana Police Service is investigating the matter fully.

The man is currently being held by the police pending further investigation and possible charges.

This is a serious allegation that the police are treating with urgency.

Authorities are working to gather all necessary evidence.