A teacher has been sentenced to 12 years in prison for defiling a young student. The Odumase-Krobo Circuit Court handed down the sentence.
Hondana Mensah, who is 32 years old, was found guilty of defilement. The victim was a 12-year-old pupil.
The court heard that the crime happened during private lessons. This detail was presented as part of the evidence.
Mensah was convicted under Section 101(2) of the Criminal Offences Act, 1960 (Act 29). This section covers defilement.
The law was also amended by Section 18 of Act 554. This amendment affects the specifics of the charge.
Mr Kwasi Appiatse Abaidoo presided over the court. He delivered the guilty verdict and the sentence.
The Judicial Service confirmed the sentencing. This case highlights the protection of children.