Officers of the Edo State Police Command has arrested and detained a 27-year-old man, Chinedu Okandu, for allegedly having sex with a seven year old boy through the anus.

The suspect, who allegedly committed the act at Ekiadolor village, Ovia North East local government area of the state, hailed from Abia State said he is married with two children.

He was arrested after the victim developed health challenges and had to tell his parents what the suspect did to him.

Chinedu, who was also alleged to have slept with five other boys, expressed remorse over his actions.