Man Arrested Over Alleged Sexual Assault of 15-Year-Old Girl in Cross River

The Cross River State Police Command has arrested one suspect and launched a manhunt for others following an allegation involving a 15-year-old girl in Calabar. Police said the incident was reported at the Ikpa Omin Police Division on September 8, 2026, prompting an immediate investigation.

According to the police, the girl was allegedly taken against her will to a residence in the 8 Miles area of Calabar on September 4. Authorities said two suspects were allegedly involved in the assault and that the teenager was prevented from leaving the location for several days.

Following the complaint, police operatives arrested Felix Solomon, who is currently assisting investigators with information. Authorities are continuing efforts to identify and apprehend the other individuals allegedly connected to the incident.

The police said appropriate child-protection and investigative procedures have been activated to safeguard the teenager’s privacy, dignity and welfare. Authorities have also withheld identifying information about her to protect her from further trauma and stigma.

Commissioner of Police Ajo Geoffrey Ordue directed that the investigation be conducted professionally and in accordance with the law. The command warned against trial by media, stressing that all suspects remain presumed innocent until proven guilty by a court, while urging members of the public to report suspected cases of sexual violence against children to the appropriate authorities.