The Koforidua District Police have arrested a man identified as Ebenezer Ofori. He is 35 years old. The arrest was made on suspicion of defilement.
The victim in the case is a 15-year-old girl. The Ghana Police Service confirmed the arrest and the nature of the alleged crime.
The alleged incident is reported to have occurred in Adekyem. This area is a suburb of Koforidua. Police are continuing their investigation into the details.
Ebenezer Ofori is currently in police custody. He will assist officers with their inquiries.
Further legal proceedings will follow the completion of the police investigation. The case will then be handed over to the prosecutor.