A 35-year-old man is in police custody. He is accused of defiling a 12-year-old girl.
The alleged incident happened in Kasoa in the Central Region. The girl is a minor.
The suspect was arrested by the police. This happened after the victim's parents reported the matter.
Ghana Police Service officials confirmed the arrest. They stated the investigation is ongoing.
The National Police Agency did not disclose further details at this time.
The suspect has been put before the court. He was remanded in custody.
He will remain in police custody. The court will hear the case again soon.
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