A religious leader in Region Six (East Berbice-Corentyne) has been arrested as police investigate the alleged rape of a 17-year-old boy.
The incident reportedly occurred on September 24, following a religious function.
In a statement, Police said “it is alleged that the suspect used his religious standing to gain the confidence of family at a religious function where he dismissed the other family members before committing the act.”
The matter was reported to the police and the suspect was arrested.
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