A 45-year-old woman, Adeoye Taiwo, has been arrested by the Ogun State Police Command for allegedly inflicting grievous injuries on a 13-year-old girl, Adeoye Modinat, in the Ijebu Imusin area of the state.

According to a statement signed by the command’s spokesperson, Oluseyi Babaseyi, the incident occurred on April 13 at about 3:30 p.m. at No. 13, Odomogun Area, Imusin.

It was learnt that the incident was reported to the police, prompting an immediate response from detectives attached to the division.

Preliminary investigations revealed that the suspect allegedly poured hot water on the victim, who is her niece and resides with her, resulting in severe burns on parts of the victim’s body.

Upon receiving the report, detectives swiftly visited the scene, rescued the victim, and ensured her immediate transfer to a medical facility, where she is currently receiving treatment.

The suspect has been arrested and is presently in police custody undergoing interrogation. She will be charged in court upon the conclusion of investigations.

The Ogun State Police Command condemned, in strong terms, all forms of violence and abuse against children and reiterated its unwavering commitment to protecting vulnerable members of society. (Text, excluding headline: Nigerian Tribune)

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