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 Junior High School area in Accra.

The incident occurred on Tuesday, December 30, 2025, and was reported to the police by the victim’s mother, who visited the police station with her daughter. According to the police, the girl had visible marks of assault, and her mother alleged that three women attacked her without provocation.

Upon receiving the complaint, the police took a statement from the complainant and issued a Police Medical Report Form to the victim to facilitate a medical examination.

Preliminary investigations revealed that earlier on the same day, the victim had been involved in an altercation with a seven-year-old boy identified as Horm Giftan Mesopeh, who is related to the suspects. Police say that following the incident, the suspects allegedly went to the victim’s house, took her to their own residence, and assaulted her.

| GPS/Facebook (Pic): A screenshot from the viral social media capturing the alleged assault 

On Wednesday, December 31, 2025, the complainant assisted the police in arresting two of the suspects, identified as Precious Giftan Mesopeh, 22, and Princess Giftan Mesopeh, 25. A third suspect, identified as Priscilla Novishie Wornyo, 49, a fashion designer and the mother of the two arrested women, is said 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 efforts are ongoing to locate and arrest the third suspect to aid the investigation.

The Accra Regional Police Command has cautioned the public against resorting to violence in resolving disputes, particularly those involving children. The police urged parents, guardians, and community members to use lawful channels to address grievances and to promptly report incidents to the authorities.

The Command further emphasised the need for the public to respect the law and protect the rights and welfare of children at all times.