A court in the Upper West Region has given a 47-year-old man a 20-year jail sentence. The man was convicted of incest and making death threats.
He was found guilty of repeatedly sexually abusing his 17-year-old biological daughter. The crimes took place in the Lawra Municipality.
The Upper West Regional Police Command secured the conviction. They presented evidence to the court showing the man's guilt.
The sentence reflects the seriousness of the crimes committed against a minor. The court considered the impact on the victim.
Incest is a serious crime that involves sexual relations between close family members. Threatening someone's life is also a grave offense.
The police continue to work to protect children and ensure justice for victims of abuse.