Staff Reporter
A 15-YEAR-OLD boy has been taken into custody after he allegedly raped a five-year-old girl in Okatope.
The incident reportedly happened on Friday at an unknown time during the day at Oshilunga village in the Omuntele area.
It is alleged that the victim was left home with a sibling while their grandmother was out.
The suspect reportedly came into the house where the victim was and found her sleeping in a room, where he undressed and raped her.
According to the police, the suspect and victim are not related but are neighbours.
The victim was taken to the Onandjokwe State Hospital for medical attention and the suspect was arrested.
Police investigation continues.
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