Friday, October 30, 2026 - The Benue State Police Command has arrested a 60-year-old man over the alleged defilement of a 10-year-old girl in Igumale district, Ado Local Government Area of the state.
The incident was reported to the police on October 13, 2026,
while the victim was taken for medical examination and necessary treatment
The Commissioner of Police, Cletus Nwadiogbu, told
journalists in Makurdi during a press conference on Wednesday, October 28, 2026
that the case was ongoing as he assured that the suspect would be dealt with in
accordance with the law.
He also pledged to protect the privacy and welfare of the
victim throughout the investigation.
Nwadiogbu said that the arrest was among the operational
achievements recorded by the command during the month of October under review.
He also explained that the command arrested 14
suspects, recovered seven locally fabricated firearms and 16 rounds of
ammunition and cartridges, and neutralised one suspected bandit.
The police commissioner attributed the successes to
intelligence-led operations, prompt response to distress calls, sustained
patrols and collaboration with other security agencies and community
stakeholders.
Nwadiogbu therefore urged members of the public to promptly
report cases of violence, abuse and other criminal activities to enable timely
intervention.
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