A man identified as Samuel Atta, aged 35, is now in prison custody. He appeared before the Sunyani Magistrate Court on a serious charge. This was stated in a court filing.
The accusation against Atta is that he defiled a 15-year-old girl. The alleged incident took place in Duayaw Nkwanta. This town is located in the Brong Ahafo Region.
The court has decided to keep Atta in prison for now. This means he will not be released while the investigation continues. This decision was made by the Magistrate Court.
The case has been adjourned. The court will consider the matter again on a future date. Further legal proceedings will follow.