A Magistrate Court has remanded a 45-year-old man in custody. The suspect faces allegations of defiling a 13-year-old girl.

The court made the decision during a hearing on May 22, 2026.

Authorities have not yet released full details of the alleged incident.

The Ghana Police Service is conducting a thorough investigation into the matter.

The suspect will remain in custody until the investigation is complete.

He is expected to reappear in court on a date to be determined.

This case highlights the ongoing challenges in protecting young people.

The judicial process will now take its course.