The Bauchi State Police Command has arrested a 37-year-old man, Wisdom Benoie for sexually assaulting his 15-year-old stepdaughter.
The Command’s spokesman, CSP Ahmed Wakil, in a statement issued on Monday, explained that over the weekend, the suspect who lives at Yalwan Tsakani, was confronted by a group of local youths who accused him of secretly molesting his stepdaughter.
“The situation came to light after the victim’s father reported the matter to the (ORP) unit in the Yelwan Tsakani area of Bauchi.
“Preliminary investigations revealed that the suspect married the victim’s mother, thereby becoming the stepfather to the teenager. It was disclosed that he had allegedly been sexually assaulting the victim while her mother was asleep, entering her room and engaging in non-consensual acts on multiple occasions.
“The victim, suffering in silence, ultimately confided in neighbours, leading to a coordinated action that caught the suspect in the act,” the statement said.
The police spokesman said during interrogation, the suspect reportedly confessed to the crimes. He added that the victim has been evacuated to a medical facility for examination and care.
“The Commissioner of Police Bauchi State Police Command CP Sani-Omolori Aliyu has directed the case to be transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department for a discreet investigation, after which the suspect will be charged to court for prosecution.
“The Command remains unwavering in its commitment to maintaining peace and security while ensuring justice for all victims of oppression,” the statement added.
