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The Cross River State Police Command has arrested a 35-year-old man over alleged sexual assault involving an 11-year-old girl in Yala Local Government Area.
The incident was reported at the Okpoma Divisional Headquarters on Oct. 24 by the girl’s father. The suspect reportedly assaulted the minor on Oct. 18.
The victim has been referred for medical examination, while the suspect is in custody.
The Commissioner of Police, CP Ajo Geoffrey Ordue, in a statement by the Command’s Public Relations Officer ASP Eitokpah Sunday said investigation has been ordered and the case file will be transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department.
The Command urged the public to report sexual offences promptly while emphasizing that the suspect remains presumed innocent until proven guilty by a court.
