Ondo Police Arrest Emmanuel Usman for Defiling Minor

The Ondo State Police Command arrested 23-year-old Emmanuel Usman for the alleged defilement of a 14-year-old girl in Ijebu Owo, Owo Local Government Area. DSP Abayomi Jimoh, the spokesperson for the command, stated that the incident was reported on March 29.

The victim alleged that Usman forcibly dragged her into his office and engaged in unlawful carnal knowledge without her consent, threatening her with dire consequences if she disclosed the incident. Despite these threats, the victim courageously reported the matter to the police, prompting immediate action from the command's Gender-Based Violence Unit.

Following the report, the police swiftly arrested Usman, who is currently in custody. He will be charged in court upon the conclusion of the investigation.

The victim has been taken to a general hospital in Owo for necessary medical care and will receive appropriate psychosocial support throughout the judicial process. The Commissioner of Police, Adebowale Lawal, emphasized the command's commitment to combating sexual and gender-based violence in the state.