A 29-year-old tricycle rider, Naah Mashood, has been convicted and sentenced to 14 years imprisonment in hard labour for defiling a three-year-old girl at Tiegber in the Wa Municipality.
The Domestic Violence and Victims Support Unit of the Upper West Regional Command arrested the suspect on 24th February 2026 following a complaint received from the mother of the victim. The convict, contracted by the parent to pick the victim from school, lured her to an isolated location on 23rd February 2026 and sexually assaulted her inside his tricycle.
After investigation, the convict was arraigned before the Wa District Magistrate Court and, upon conviction, subsequently stood trial at the Wa High Court. After full trial, the accused was found guilty of the offence of defilement and on 30th October 2026, His Lordship Justice Osei-Wusu sentenced him to 14 years imprisonment in hard labour.
The Upper West Regional Police Command has commended the officers involved in the investigation and prosecution of the case, as well as all persons who contributed to ensuring that justice was served.
The Command has urged parents and guardians to keep a close eye on their children and ensure their safety at all times. Members of the public are also encouraged to report suspected cases of child abuse and defilement to the nearest police station or DOVVSU office for prompt action.
The Command has assured the public of its commitment to protecting children and ensuring that perpetrators of sexual offences are brought to justice.
