A businessman was handed over to the police by youths of his community after he allegedly r@ped a 1-year-old girl who was playing with his son.
The incident reportedly happened on September 10, 2024, in Betem, Biase Local Government Area, Cross River State.
The man, identified as Mr Nsikak from Akwa Ibom, allegedly r@ped the girl, who is the child of a tenant who recently moved into the compound.
The girl, who is 1 year and seven months old, had been playing with Mr. Nsikak’s son, who is 7 years old when the suspect allegedly lured the child to a private place and allegedly molested her.
“Alleged Rapist Caught and Arrested After Attempting to Bribe Youths
After allegedly raping a 1-year-old girl, Mr. Nsikak attempted to flee to his farm, but was caught by community youths. In an attempt to cover up the crime, he offered them a bribe, but they refused and handed him over to the police. Mr. Nsikak is currently in police custody. The victim received medical attention at a cottage hospital in Biase Local Government Area. The police investigation is ongoing.”
