A 29-year-old man has been arrested by the Ghana Police Service. He is identified as Kojo Nketiah.
Nketiah is accused of defiling an 8-year-old girl. The alleged incident happened in Afariwaa. Afariwaa is a nearby community in Ashaiman.
The Ghana Police Service stated the alleged crime occurred on Sunday, May 10, 2026. The investigation into the matter is ongoing.
Authorities have not released further details regarding the circumstances of the alleged defilement.
The suspect is currently in police custody. Legal proceedings are expected to follow.
This event highlights ongoing concerns regarding child protection within the community.