Cape coast: Twenty-two-year-old commercial motor rider Saviour Awi has been arraigned before the Cape Coast Circuit I for allegedly defiling an 11-year-old girl at Twifo Nyinase in the Central Region. Awi is accused of luring the young girl into an uncompleted building in their neighborhood on Sunday, March 29, 2026, where the alleged incident took place.
According to Ghana News Agency, Awi pleaded not guilty to the charge when he appeared before the court presided over by Mr. Cephas Ayidzo on Thursday. The court admitted him to bail amounting to GHS100,000 with the requirement of two sureties, one of which must be justified. The sureties are required to be public servants with a monthly income of not less than GHS7,000. Additionally, Awi is mandated to report to the police every Monday at 09:00 hours as directed by the court.
Prosecutor Inspector Samuel Apprey informed the court that the victim reported the incident to her grandmother immediately after it occurred. Subsequently, both the victim and her grandmother reported the case to the Twifo Praso Police Station on Monday, April 6, 2026. They were issued a police form for medical examination and treatment at the hospital.
The prosecution further revealed that upon learning that the case had been reported to the police, Awi allegedly sent GHS800 via mobile money to the grandmother of the victim, presumably for medical treatment, with the intention to settle the matter outside of court. Despite this, Awi was arrested on Wednesday, April 08, 2026, and charged following investigations.
During the court proceedings, Awi's counsel argued for his bail, emphasizing his responsibilities as a father of a two-year-old child and his permanent residence as reasons he would not flee. After considering the arguments, the judge granted bail and scheduled the next appearance for Wednesday, May 27, 2026.