A 30-year-old motorcyclist, Michael Olorunfemi, has been remanded in Olokuta correctional centre for allegedly raping his wife’s 17-year-old sister.
He was remanded by the trial Chief Magistrate, Kolawole Aro who also ordered that the case file be transferred to the DPP for advice.
The suspect was said to have had carnal knowledge of the lady inside a bush, in Akure, the Ondo State capital.
The incident, according to sources, happened sometime in August 2024, at 10 p.m., in the Onigaari area of Irese Road, Akure.
A source said that the suspect, a father of four, confesses that “The victim approached me to take her to her boyfriend’s house, and on our way, I stopped near a bush and raped her.
“I promised to give her money, which I did not. She then reported me to her mother, which led to my arrest.”
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The police spokesperson, Funmi Odunlami, when contacted, said that the suspect had been charged to court.
Odunlami said the suspect has been remanded at Olokuta prison by the court, over the alleged rape.
The offence, according to the charge, contravened Sections 357 and 358 of the Criminal Code Law of Ondo State, 2006.
The case was adjourned till October 31, 2024, for review.
Kazeem Badmus is a graduate of Mass Communication with years of experience. A professional in journalism and media writing, Kazeem prioritses accuracy and factual reportage of issues. He is also a dexterous finder of the truth with conscious delivery of unbiased and development oriented stories.
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