The Member of Parliament for Madina, Francis Xavier Sosu, has disclosed that two suspects have been arrested over the alleged defilement of a 14-year-old girl by 18 men in Madina, Accra.
According to the MP, the victim was discovered to be pregnant following the assault.
In a statement on the floor of Parliament on Monday, July 14, Xavier Sosu expressed outrage over the incident and vowed to pursue justice for the victim, pledging to ensure that all perpetrators are held accountable.
“My checks with the Madina DOVVSU divisional commander confirm that the victim is 14 years old and lives in Madina. The girl was discovered pregnant by her parents. Upon questioning, the girl said she had had sexual intercourse with 18 men on different occasions.
“Two suspects have been apprehended, cautioned, and detained to assist the police investigation. Efforts are underway to get the remaining suspects arrested, since the condition is a matter of defilement,” He stated.
