Woman arrested for torturing 9-year-old nephew

A woman has been arrested for allegedly torturing her 9-year-old nephew, Nhyira Ohene Owiredu, in her care at Adenta in Accra.

The victim reportedly sustained injuries to his back and head as a result of the assault.

Information indicates that Nhyira was brought from Kasoa on vacation holidays with his aunt at Adenta.

According to reports, Nhyira’s aunt informed the family that Nhyira was happy living with her. She mentioned that she had even enrolled him in a new school and arranged private lessons.

However, the reverse was the case.

Reports indicate that the aunt used the boy for her work activities and resorted to physical assault when Nhyira failed to meet her demands.

The abusive situation came to light when some concerned residents noticed Nhyira’s condition and reported the incident to the Adenta Domestic Violence and Victim Support Unit (DOVVSU) of the Ghana Police Service.

The swift action by the residents and the DOVVSU led to the aunt’s arrest.

The child is now in the custody of DOVVSU as they await the parents to make an official complaint.

Source:theghanareport.com