A man is facing serious charges in Tarkwa. He is accused of defiling a young girl.
The accused is 25 years old. The girl is 15 years old.
The incident reportedly took place at the man's residence.
A circuit court in Tarkwa heard the case. The court has decided to keep the man in custody.
The young girl has been sent for a medical examination.
This will help gather evidence for the case.
The court did not set a date for the next hearing.
Further investigations are expected.