The Ghana Police Service has arrested a 60-year-old man for allegedly assaulting his 16-year-old son in an incident reported at North Legon.
According to a statement issued by the Police on May 6, 2026, preliminary investigations indicate that the incident occurred on May 3 after the teenager reportedly went out to play football with friends.
Police identified the suspect as Eric Mante, who is said to be the biological father of the victim.
Investigators disclosed that the suspect allegedly tied the teenager to a quad motorbike and drove off with him along a road near Adonai Church.
“Police investigations revealed that the suspect, who is the biological father of the victim and has three children with the victim’s mother, allegedly tied the victim to a quad motorbike and sped off with him,” the statement said.
The Police further stated that the teenager reportedly fell onto the tarred road during the incident and was dragged for some distance, sustaining multiple injuries.
“In the process, the victim reportedly fell onto the tarred road near Adonai Church and was dragged along the road, sustaining multiple injuries,” the statement added.
According to the Police, the victim’s cries attracted nearby residents, who intervened and stopped the suspect from continuing the assault.
“The victim’s screams attracted the attention of some residents, who intervened and stopped the suspect from further dragging the victim,” the statement noted.
The teenager was subsequently rushed to Legon Hospital for medical treatment, while the suspect was taken into custody by police officers.
The Police Service said the suspect admitted to the act during investigations and reportedly claimed he acted out of anger over the teenager’s behaviour.
“He has since been charged and put before the court,” the statement said.
The Accra Regional Police Command condemned all forms of violence against children and urged parents and guardians to adopt lawful and non-violent approaches to discipline.
The Command also encouraged members of the public to promptly report incidents of child abuse to the Police and other relevant authorities.
