OPERATIVES of the Kebbi State Hisbah Board have arrested a 16-year-old boy, Habibu Umar for allegedly raping two girls, aged five and six in the Badariya area of Birni Kebbi.
The board, in a statement posted on its official Facebook page, said the suspect was arrested on Tuesday, 21 November 2023, following a complaint by the victims’ families.
The victims were rushed to a hospital for immediate medical attention.
According to the statement, medical reports show evidence of penetration of their girl’s private parts.
During interrogation, Habibu reportedly confessed to the crime.
“The suspect has been handed over to the police for further interrogation and investigation.
“He will be charged to court after investigation”, the statement pointed out.
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