The police have released the mentally challenged man who attacked a two-year-old girl in Agona Duakwa, Agona East district, Central region, after his arrest.
According to a report by Otec News, his release is attributed to his connection with a community elder (Abusuapanin).
The toddler, daughter of Abigal Bonko, was initially treated at Agona Duakwa Salvation Army Hospital, then transferred to Winneba Trauma and Specialist Hospital, and later to Korle-bu due to the severity of her injuries.
Last Sunday evening, the mentally challenged man encountered the little girl in front of her home, seized her, and repeatedly struck her head against the ground without provocation, as reported.
Residents claim the man has been causing fear among them, having previously assaulted an elderly woman on a farm. When the residents intervened, they were reportedly arrested by the police.
“He is the junior brother of the Abusuapanin in the community, and any attempt to retaliate after terrorizing residents results in police persecution due to the influence of the brother,” a resident told Otec News.
“Plea by residents to the mentally challenged man’s family to keep him away from the community to release them from their fears have been proven futile,” another resident added.
The residents have thus decided to equally retaliate if he dares attack any resident, regardless of the consequences that befall them, saying “We have run out of patience.”