The Weija Divisional Police Command has arrested a 54-year-old mason, Isaac Adonteng, for the death of his 13-year-old daughter, Celestine Adonteng, following alleged severe abuse at their Kokrobite residence. This was contained in a statement issued by the Police in Accra.
According to the statement, preliminary investigations indicate that the suspect accused the child of taking food meant for her younger sibling and allegedly subjected her to repeated physical assault using various objects. He is also reported to have confined the girl and failed to seek medical attention even after she showed signs of serious distress.
A police team, acting on a complaint, visited the home and found the child unconscious. She was rushed to the Police Hospital but was pronounced dead on arrival. Her body has been deposited at the Police Hospital morgue pending preservation and autopsy.
Police retrieved a cutlass and a metal pipe from the scene as part of ongoing investigations.
The Accra Regional Police Command has cautioned parents and guardians against the use of excessive force when disciplining children, stressing that such acts are unlawful and can lead to tragic consequences. The Command further urged the public to promptly report all forms of child abuse and domestic violence to ensure the swift protection of vulnerable persons.
