Korede Abdullah in Lagos
The Police in Otu-Jeremi Division, Ughelli South Local Government Area of Delta State, have arrested a 48-year-old father living with HIV/AIDS for allegedly defiling his 10-year-old daughter.
The suspect, identified as David, was arrested on Friday morning. Medical examination conducted by the Police indicated constant penetration of the minor by her father.
According to reports, the suspect had consistently slept with unsuspecting women in the community and had allegedly infected his wife.
Trouble started for David after his wife noticed their daughter became sickly and emaciated. She took the young child for medical examination, where her HIV status was confirmed.
Following interrogation, the child revealed that her father had been defiling her for some time.
The Delta State Police Public Relations Officer, SP Bright Edafe, confirmed the reports, saying, “I don’t know about AIDS, but yes, he is in custody.”
Human rights activist Israel Joe urged the Police to isolate the suspect to prevent further spread of the disease.
He also appealed to the Ministry of Health and the Ministry of Women Affairs to provide aid to the child, saying, “Provide her with drugs and better treatment to save her life”.
