60-Year-Old Man Charged in Court Over Assault on 24-Year-Old

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The Lagos State Police Command has arrested and charged a 60-year-old man, Ajayi Femi, for allegedly raping a 24-year-old woman.

Eko Hot Blog reports that the victim’s sister reported the case on August 22, and the Command’s Gender Unit immediately launched an investigation.

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According to a police statement by Public Relations Officer CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, the suspect allegedly laced the victim’s drink, causing her to lose consciousness. He then reportedly had unlawful sexual intercourse with her without her consent.

SP Benjamin Hundeyin, spokesperson for the Lagos State Police Command
SP Benjamin Hundeyin, spokesperson for the Lagos State Police Command

Following an investigation that included medical tests, the suspect confessed to the assault and has since been charged in court.

The court has remanded the suspect to prison custody pending the next adjourned date. Lagos State Police Commissioner CP Olohundare Jimoh reaffirmed the Command’s commitment to ensuring justice for all survivors of sexual offenses.

The Commissioner also encouraged the public to report all such cases to the Family Support Units located in various police divisions for prompt action.

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