A 32-year- old Witch Doctor, Thomson Benson is in Police custody at Kawale for having sexual intercourse with a 15 year old step daughter contrary to Section 138 of Penal Code.
Reports indicate that the suspect got married to a woman who had a girl child from another man and they were staying with her in Area 24.
Investigation has shown that the man started sleeping with the child in 2023. The suspect used to send his wife for farming during rainy season creating an environment suitable for him to have sexual intercourse with the child.
In February, 2025 the victim realized that she was pregnant of his step father and decided to reveal the ordeal to her mother. Further, a report was formerly made at Area 24 Police Unit where detectives swiftly arrested the suspect .
Meanwhile, the suspect is awaiting to appear in court soon after the completion of paperwork.
Thomson Benson hails from Khoswe Village, Traditional Authority Kalolo in Lilongwe District.
Sub Inspector Precious Mabvuto Phiri
P.R.O Kawale Police Station
Cell:0995873467/0884024149