By Omah Ngozi, Awka
The Police in Anambra has taken custody of a 29-year old suspect-Mrs Osinachi Edeh over the alleged abuse/inflicting serious bodily injuries on her 17-year old student and househelp in Awka.
The move was part of commitment for the welfare and safety of students and pupils in Anambra State.
The suspect was handed over to the Police Command by officials of the Anambra State Ministry of Education.
Preliminary investigations revealed that school officials had during a teaching session, noticed severe bodily injuries on her and immediately made enquiries.
During the interaction with the victim, she disclosed that the injuries were inflicted on her by her guardian because she used the guardian’s phone to make call without her permission.
According to the victim, Mrs. Osinachi, angered by the act, allegedly used a hot pressing iron on her as a form of punishment.
During police interrogation, the suspect reportedly confessed to the act.
Consequently, the Anambra State Police Command while commending the vigilance of the school authorities, assured the public that a thorough investigation will be conducted and that justice will be served in accordance with the Law.
In press statement by the Police Public Relations officer (PPRO), Tochukwu Ikenga urged parents to give birth to the number of children that they can take care of so as to avoid leaving them vulnerable to abuse whilst in the care of others.
