Father Uses Hot Pressing Iron On 10-Year Old Daughter’s Private Part For Bedwetting

By Ayodele Oni 

In a shocking incident, an Ondo State father has used a hot pressing iron to inflict a severe injury on his 10- year-old daughter’s private part for daring to bed-wet.

The abusive father, Amos Paul, has been arrested by the Ondo State Police Command for  inflicting such  bodily harm on the 10-year-old.

Paul is a resident of Unaun, Upenme, Owo Local Government Area. 

A Police statement, signed by spokesperson, Abayomi Jimoh,  revealed that the incident was reported on Thursday.

It  stated that the suspect  used a hot pressing iron to burn the private part of his daughter, as punishment for bed-wetting. 

“The victim sustained severe injuries and was immediately rushed to the Federal Medical Centre (FMC), Owo, where she is currently receiving medical treatment.

“Upon receipt of the information, detectives from ‘A’ Division, Owo, swiftly mobilized to the scene, arrested the suspect without delay and took him into custody. 

“The case is being transferred to the Gender Unit for discreet investigation and further necessary action in line with established procedures.

“The Commissioner of Police, Ondo State Command, CP Felix Ohagwu, has condemned the alleged act in the strongest terms, describing it as cruel, inhumane and completely unacceptable.”

“He reiterated the Command’s unwavering commitment to protecting children and other vulnerable members of society from all forms of abuse, violence and exploitation.

“The Commissioner urged members of the public to promptly report cases of child abuse, domestic violence and other related offences to the nearest police station, assuring that the Command will continue to ensure that offenders are brought to justice.”