Police rescue pregnant teen and arrest suspect in Anambra
A 15-year-old pregnant girl was rescued by the Anambra State Police Command after reports of alleged child exploitation and sexual abuse. Tochukwu Ikenga, the state Police Public Relations Officer, confirmed the arrest of Tochukwu Nwora in connection with the case. The girl was found during a police operation near St Paul’s Secondary School, Achalla, and has been placed in protective custody for medical care. The police are continuing their investigation and working to identify others involved.
What happened
- The police raided an area around St Paul’s Secondary School, Achalla, and rescued a 15-year-old pregnant girl.
- Tochukwu Nwora was arrested on suspicion of child exploitation and sexual abuse.
- Investigations revealed the teenager had been abused by several adult males in different local government areas.
- The victim was allegedly given small amounts of money by some suspects who exploited her vulnerable condition.
- The Commissioner of Police, Ikioye Orutugu, ordered the case transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department for further investigation, and efforts are ongoing to apprehend other suspects.
