A 25-year-old man is in police custody after a Kumasi Circuit Court ordered his remand. He is accused of defiling a 14-year-old girl.
The alleged crime reportedly took place in their shared residence in a Kumasi suburb. This happened last week.
The court heard the initial details of the case. It has decided to hold the suspect for further investigation.
The Ghana Police Service is handling the ongoing inquiry into the matter.
This legal action follows the alleged incident. The young girl's safety and well-being are paramount.
The court has set a date for the next hearing. This will be after the police complete their initial investigation.
The accused is currently held at a police station. He has not yet entered a plea.
The judicial process will ensure a thorough review of all evidence presented.