Police in Pader district have embarked on a manhunt for a man who allegedly defiled a 15-year-old stepdaughter.

The suspect is identified as Christopher Ali Bongonyinge, the LCII Chairman of Acumu Ward, Acholi-Bur Town Council, in Pader district.

SCP Fred Enanga, the police Spokesman, said the hunt for the suspect, who is currently on the run, is ongoing for aggravated defilement.

Police said the suspect is believed to have committed the crime on August 7, 2023, at around midnight.

“Facts gathered indicate that the suspect, a stepfather to the victim, returned home, picked a panga, and started accusing her of indulging in love affairs with boys in the village,” said Enanga.

According to the victim, as they were heading to her boyfriend’s place, the suspect reportedly dragged her to a nearby bush and defiled her before returning home.