The Accra Regional Police Command has arrested two women in connection with the alleged assault of a 12-year-old girl at the La Roman JHS School area on Tuesday, December 30, 2025.
According to a police press release dated January 4, 2026, the case was reported by the victim’s mother, who appeared at the police station with her daughter bearing visible marks of assault. The complainant alleged that her daughter was attacked by three women without any provocation.
Police said they immediately took a statement from the complainant and issued a Police Medical Report Form to the victim for medical examination.
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Preliminary investigations revealed that earlier on the same day, the victim had an altercation with a seven-year-old boy, identified as Horm Giftan Mesopeh, who is related to the suspects. Following the incident, the suspects allegedly went to the victim’s house, took her to their residence, and assaulted her.
On Wednesday, December 31, 2025, the complainant assisted police to arrest two of the suspects, identified as Precious Giftan Mesopeh, aged 22, and Princess Giftan Mesopeh, aged 25. A third suspect, Priscilla Novishie Wornyo, aged 49, a fashion designer and mother of the two arrested women, was reported to have travelled to the Volta Region.
The two suspects have been formally charged and are currently in police custody assisting with investigations. They are expected to be arraigned before court on Monday, January 5, 2025.
Police say efforts are underway to locate and arrest the third suspect to aid investigations.
The Accra Regional Police Command has cautioned the public against resorting to violence in resolving disputes, particularly those involving children. Parents, guardians and community members were advised to use lawful means to address grievances and to report incidents promptly, while respecting the rights and welfare of children at all times.
