Police Arrest Man for Allegedly Raping Neighbour’s 16-Year-Old Daughter in Rivers

Operatives from the Special Area Rumudomaya division of the Rivers State Police Command arrested a man identified as Goodnews on May 7, 2026. He is accused of luring his neighbour’s 16-year-old daughter into his apartment on May 4 under the guise of running an errand and raping her. Following a formal complaint by the girl’s parents, officers took the suspect into custody. The victim was rushed to hospital for a medical examination and is receiving treatment. ASP Blessing Agabe, the state command spokesperson, confirmed the arrest and said the investigation is ongoing.

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