A 30-year-old man is in police custody facing serious charges. He is accused of defiling a nine-year-old girl.
The alleged incident happened last week in Mankessim, a town in the Central Region.
Authorities apprehended the suspect shortly after the reported crime.
A court has since remanded the man in custody.
He will remain in jail while the legal process continues.
The Ghana Police Service is handling the ongoing investigation.
Further details will be provided as they become available through official channels.
This event underscores ongoing concerns about child protection in the region.