The Ghana Police Service has arrested a 35-year-old man in the Ashanti Region. He is accused of defiling a 12-year-old girl.
The incident was reported to the police by the victim's family. Authorities responded quickly and apprehended the suspect.
The arrest followed an investigation into the allegations.
The Ashanti Region is home to Kumasi, a major city in Ghana.
The investigation is being conducted by the Ghana Police Service.