The Ghana Police Service has arrested a suspect in connection with the alleged abuse of a six-year-old child at Asamankese, after a video of the incident went viral and sparked national outrage.
The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection (MoGCSP) confirmed the arrest in a statement on Tuesday, December 16, 2025, noting that the case was promptly referred to the police by the Minister following the video’s circulation.
The incident reportedly involved mistreatment of the child over bed-wetting, a common and medically recognized childhood condition. Investigations into the case are ongoing.
MoGCSP emphasized its commitment to child protection and added that it is working closely with the Ghana Police Service and other relevant agencies to ensure a thorough investigation and that justice is served.
The Ministry also cautioned parents, guardians, and caregivers against violent disciplinary practices, urging non-violent approaches to child upbringing. It stressed that safeguarding children is a shared responsibility of families, communities, and the public.
“Protecting children is indeed a shared responsibility. Families, communities, traditional and religious leaders, and the public all have a role to play to ensure that children grow up in a safe, caring, and protective environment.
“We call on the public to report any suspected cases of abuse via the Domestic Violence Call Centre on 0800-111-222, the Ministry’s Helpline of Hope Call Centre- 0800-800-800/0800-900-900, or the nearest police station,” the statement concluded.
