POLICE HUNT MAZABUKA FATHER FOR ALLEGED DEFILEMENT OF 10-YEAR-OLD DAUGHTER

POLICE HUNT MAZABUKA FATHER FOR ALLEGED DEFILEMENT OF 10-YEAR-OLD DAUGHTER

The Police in Southern Province have launched a manhunt for a 33-year-old man from Mazabuka’s Overspill Compound accused of defiling his 10-year-old biological daughter.

The alleged crime occurred on June 11, 2025, around 05:30 hours while the victim was under her father’s care. The mother had traveled to Lusaka earlier that morning for medical check-ups, leaving the child with the suspect.

Upon her return around 22:00 hours the mother noticed the following morning that her daughter was struggling to walk. After questioning, the girl disclosed that she had been sexually assaulted by her father.

Medical examinations confirmed injuries to the victim’s private parts, along with general body pains.

Southern Province Commissioner of Police, Auxensio Daka confirmed the incident and assured the public that authorities are actively pursuing the suspect.

The case has sparked outrage in the community, with child rights activists calling for swift justice.