A Ghanaian teenager, who took issue with his parents not providing him with sufficient food and pocket money, reported them to the police service’s Domestic Violence and Victims Support Unit (DOVVSU).
Per GNA, the teen filed the complaint at DOVVSU’s Bono Regional Office. The Bono Regional Coordinator of the DOVVSU, Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Beatrice Korsah, informed the media that they subsequently invited the teen’s parents, and they have “since resolved the matter amicably.”
DSP Korsah, who said the teen “came to the unit in uniform,” emphasized that “his situation highlights the plight of many children who are suffering in their homes in silence.”
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The law enforcement officer also lauded the teen for being adamant that his fundamental human rights be respected. “His decision to report his parents led to a positive outcome and his example demonstrates DOVVSU’s commitment to supporting victims of abuse and providing a safe space for them to report their cases,” she said.
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DSP Korsah revealed that stigmatisation from society was preventing some male domestic violence victims from reporting cases to the police. She, however, encouraged people of all ages and genders to not hesitate in notifying DOVVSU about human rights abuse cases including domestic violence.
“Every abuse case must be reported to DOVVSU personnel who are well trained and capable of handling them professionally,” DSP Korsah said. “DOVVSU unite and not disintegrate families.”
She added: “The DOVVSU is a safe space for everyone, including children, male, and females, hence the need for everybody to feel comfortable reporting cases of violence.”
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