Father Impregnates 14-year-old Daughter, Flees

Police in Delta State are on the trail of Mr. Orutebe, who allegedly impregnated his 14-year-old daughter.

The suspect committed the act in Ugboroke, Uvwie council area of the state.

Orutebe, who was said to be in his mid 40s, allegedly fled his home after initially claiming responsibility for the pregnancy.

It was learnt that the suspect, who hails from Ogulagha kingdom, in the Burutu Local Government Area of the state, had two wives.

Trouble started when neighbours reportedly started noticing pregnancy signs in the teenager.

Upon interrogation, she allegedly confessed that her father had been having carnal knowledge of her.

A source sais that the leadership of the community where the suspect resided was irked by the development and had sanctioned him for incest.

The source added that the suspect was stripped to the waist and booed by residents for the act.

A senior police officer at the Warri Area Command confirmed the incident, adding that the police were indeed searching for the suspect.

When contacted, the state Police Public Relations Officer, Mr. Andrew Aniamaka, said he was not aware of the case.

Source: The Punch