A man accused of defiling a young girl is now in police custody. The Circuit Court in Accra made this decision.

The man is 35 years old. He allegedly defiled a 14-year-old girl.

The court has ordered him to stay in police custody. He will not be released yet.

Further court proceedings are planned for a later date. The case will continue then.

The Ghana Police Service is handling the investigation into the allegations.

This case involves a serious crime against a minor. Authorities are treating it with importance.