A 28-year-old man is currently in jail. He faces a serious charge of defiling a young girl.
The alleged crime took place in Nungua, a town within Accra. The victim is reported to be 12 years old.
The incident is said to have happened on May 20, 2026. This date is based on court records.
An Accra Circuit Court heard the case. The court decided to keep the accused man in custody.
He will remain in jail while the police continue their investigation. This is a standard step in such cases.
The man has not yet been found guilty. He is only accused of the crime.
Further court proceedings will determine the outcome of the case. The Judicial Service oversees these matters.