A 23-Year-Old Man Has Been Arrested Over The Alleged Defilement Of A Minor In Ondo

According to Ireporter Online, a 23-year-old man identified as Emmanuel Usman has been arrested over the alleged defilement of a minor in Ondo State. The suspect was apprehended by operatives of the Ondo State Police Command in Ijebu Owo, located within the Owo Local Government Area.

The command’s spokesperson, DSP Jimoh Abayomi, confirmed the development in a statement issued on Monday in Akure, noting that the suspect has since been transferred to the Gender-Based Violence Unit for further investigation. The incident reportedly occurred on March 29, 2026, when the suspect allegedly engaged in unlawful sexual activity with the victim, whose identity has been withheld for legal reasons.

Police authorities disclosed that the victim reported the case, alleging that she was forcefully taken into her assailant’s employer’s office along Ijebu Owo, where the act was carried out without her consent. The suspect was also said to have issued threats aimed at preventing the victim from speaking out about the incident.

Despite the intimidation, the matter was reported to the police, prompting a swift response that led to the suspect’s arrest. Law enforcement authorities confirmed that the suspect is currently in custody and has provided statements to assist ongoing investigations, with plans underway to prosecute him upon conclusion of the inquiry.

The victim has been taken to the General Hospital in Owo for medical attention, while arrangements are being made to provide necessary psychosocial support throughout the legal process.

Meanwhile, the Commissioner of Police in Ondo State, Adebowale Lawal, has directed that the case be handled with urgency and sensitivity to ensure justice is served. He reaffirmed the command’s zero tolerance for sexual and gender-based violence and assured the public of its commitment to holding offenders accountable under the law. He also urged parents and guardians to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to security agencies promptly.