Edo Police Arrest Man Over Alleged Defilement of Six-Year-Old Stepdaughter
Police said a 57-year-old man was arrested in Edo State over allegations involving his six-year-old stepdaughter, while the child is receiving medical care.
The Edo State Police Command has arrested a 57-year-old man, identified as Kadiri Edenokun, over the alleged defilement of his six-year-old stepdaughter. According to the command, Edenokun is from Jattu in Edo North. The arrest was disclosed by the state Police Public Relations Officer, Eno Ikoedem, who said the matter was under investigation.
Police said the suspect allegedly admitted during interrogation to committing the offence on multiple occasions. The command, however, has not yet taken the matter before a court, and the allegation remains subject to the ongoing legal process. The suspect is currently in police custody and is expected to be charged after the investigation is concluded.
The child is receiving medical treatment under the care of the Edo State Ministry of Women Affairs. Authorities have not released further medical details, maintaining the focus on protecting the child’s privacy while the investigation continues.
The Commissioner of Police in Edo State, CP Patrick Daaor, warned that the command would not tolerate sexual violence, particularly offences involving children. He urged parents and members of the public to remain vigilant and to provide credible information about suspicious activities to the appropriate authorities.
The police said the suspect would be charged to court once investigations are completed. The case highlights the importance of child protection and timely reporting of suspected abuse, while the court process will ultimately determine the legal outcome of the investigations.
