The Ondo State Police Command has arrested James Osita, 32, for allegedly defiling a 13-year-old girl in Asio community, Ile Oluji/Oke Igbo Local Government Area.

The state Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Abayomi Jimoh, said the incident occurred on Thursday, February 5, 2026, and that the victim was promptly rescued and taken for medical examination.

READ ALSO: 40-Year-Old Woman Rapes 12-Year-Old Boy in Bauchi

Jimoh added that the suspect confessed to the crime and that preliminary investigations revealed he had allegedly abused the girl on multiple prior occasions. He is currently in police custody and will be charged to court after investigations conclude.

The police urged residents to remain vigilant and report crimes promptly.