A 35-year-old man is in custody following an accusation of defilement.

He appeared before a Kumasi Circuit Court.

The court heard that the man allegedly defiled a 10-year-old girl.

This alleged crime is said to have occurred last week in Kumasi.

The prosecution presented their case to the court.

Court documents show the man was ordered to be remanded.

Police are continuing their investigation into the matter.

Further court proceedings will take place at a later date.