Kawale Police is keeping in custody a 32-year-old witch doctor, Thomson Benson, for having sexual intercourse with a 15-year-old step daughter contrary to Section 138 of the Penal Code.

According to Kawale Police Spokeperson, Precious Mabvuto Phiri, the suspect got married to a woman who had a girl child from another man.

The couple was staying with the daughter in Area 24 in Lilongwe.

Phiri said investigation has shown that Benson 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,” he said.

Benson, who hails from Khoswe Village, Traditional Authority Kalolo in Lilongwe District, will appear in court soon after completion of paper work.