Man arrested for allegedly raping 70-year-old Edo woman

The Edo State Police Command has apprehended a 37-year-old man accused of raping a 70-year-old woman in Igueben, Edo State. ASP Eno Ikoedem, the Police Public Relations Officer, announced this during a press briefing on the command's recent successes. The case is currently under thorough investigation, and the suspect will face prosecution in line with the law once the investigation concludes.

Sexual violence continues to be a significant issue, and the command is committed to prosecuting such crimes. Meanwhile, the command's Gender and Family Unit recovered a six-month-old baby allegedly abducted and taken to Imo State, subsequently returning the child to its family. The PPRO also reported the arrest of seven suspected cult members in an intelligence-driven operation targeting cult-related activities in the region.