In a deeply troubling event in Remo, Ogun State, a woman has been arrested for allegedly abusing a 10-year-old girl left in her care.
The young victim, whose identity is being protected, endured severe physical and emotional torment.
The harrowing ordeal came to light when neighbors, alarmed by the child’s desperate cries early this morning, rushed to her aid. They found the girl covered in bruises and showing clear signs of neglect.
It has been revealed that her parents, who reside in another state, entrusted her to the woman’s care.
Local authorities responded, taking the woman into custody. The Ogun State Police Command confirmed the arrest and has launched a thorough investigation. The girl is currently receiving medical care at a local hospital.
As the investigation unfolds, authorities appeal to the public for additional information to ensure justice is served.
The community remains steadfast in its commitment to protecting children and ensuring such heartbreaking incidents are met with decisive action.