A man in his early thirties Preye Harry from Degema Local Government Area of Rivers State have been arrested by the police for allegedly defiling his female lover's thirteen year old niece for four years.
In an interview with our Correspondent,an Uncle to the victim Mr. Boma Totty said the suspect had in December,2019 defiled the minor who was nine year old then.
According to Mr Totty the suspect brought out calabash and other fetish items from his vehicle after allegedly defiling the minor, an administered oath of secrecy on her with charge that she and her family members will die if she disclosed what transpired.
He further explained that the suspect Harry continued his evil act for almost four years until the family members observed the way the minor was spending money and upon interrogation she revealed that 'Uncle' Preye who has been showering her with money,gift was having carnal knowledge of her .
Mr Totty while calling for justice added that the suspect was arrested when he came to visit his female lover last night.
When contacted the Police Public Relations Officer ,Mrs Grace Iringe-Koko
promised to get back to our Correspondent on the matter.
Meanwhile,Chairperson Legal Care Advocacy Foundation,Jane James while reacting to the incident called on the Police to ensure thorough investigation on the matter.
She promised to follow up the matter and ensure justice is served if the suspect is found guilty.
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