Police arrest two over assault of 12-year-old

The Accra Regional Police Command has arrested two women in connection with the alleged assault of a 12-year-old girl at the La Roman Junior High School area on Tuesday, December 30, 2025. 

The suspects, identified as Precious Giftan Mesopeh, 22, and Princess Giftan Mesopeh, 25, are alleged to have assaulted the victim following an earlier altercation between the girl and a seven-year-old boy, Horm Giftan Mesopeh, on the same day. 

A statement signed by Superintendent Juliana Obeng, Head of Public Affairs of the Accra Region, said the suspects allegedly went to the victim’s house, took her to their residence, and assaulted her. 

The incident was reported to the Police by the victim’s mother, who visited the station with her daughter, who bore visible marks of assault. 

The complainant alleged that her daughter was assaulted without provocation by three women. 

Upon receiving the complaint, the Police took a statement from the complainant and issued a Police Medical Report Form to the victim for medical examination. 

On Wednesday, December 31, 2025, the complainant led the Police to the arrest of two of the suspects. 

The third suspect, identified as Priscilla Novishie Wornyo, 49, a fashion designer and mother of the two arrested suspects, is reported to have travelled to the Volta Region. 

The two arrested suspects have been formally charged and are currently in Police custody, assisting with investigations. 

The statement said they would be arraigned before court on Monday, January 5, 2026. 

Police said efforts were underway to locate and arrest the third suspect to aid ongoing investigations. 

The Accra Regional Police Command cautioned the public against resorting to violence in the resolution of disputes, particularly those involving children. 

Parents, guardians, and community members were advised to use lawful means to address grievances and to promptly report incidents to the Police. 

The Command also urged the public to respect the law and protect the rights and welfare of children at all times. 

Source: GNA