The police in Ondo State have arrested a man, Amos Paul, for allegedly burning his 10-year-old daughter’s private parts with a hot pressing iron to punish her for bedwetting.
Thefrontrank reports that the incident occurred in Unaun, Upenme in Owo Local Government Area, and has sparked widespread public condemnation.
A statement by the spokesperson for the Ondo State Police Command, DSP Abayomi Jimoh, said the incident was reported to the Police on Thursday.
“The victim sustained severe injuries and was immediately rushed to the Federal Medical Centre (FMC), Owo, where she is currently receiving medical treatment.
“Upon receipt of the information, detectives from ‘A’ Division, Owo, swiftly mobilized to the scene, arrested the suspect without delay and took him into custody.
“The case is being transferred to the Gender Unit for discreet investigation and further necessary action in line with established procedures.
“The Commissioner of Police, Ondo State Command, Felix Ohagwu, has condemned the alleged act in the strongest terms, describing it as cruel, inhumane and completely unacceptable.
“He reiterated the Command’s unwavering commitment to protecting children and other vulnerable members of society from all forms of abuse, violence and exploitation.
“The Commissioner urged members of the public to promptly report cases of child abuse, domestic violence and other related offences to the nearest police station, assuring that the Command will continue to ensure that offenders are brought to justice,” the statement read in parts.
