Police in Blantyre have arrested a 38 year old man for raping a Standard 3 learner through sorcery.

Blantyre Police publicist Dora Chathyoka confirmed of the development.

According to reports the incident took place in the commercial city around Namiwawa Township.

According to Chathyoka, the victim started screaming in pain when the suspect, Grant Mdyamizu was playing with his private parts.

A hospital report however does not indicate that the girl was indeed raped.

Currently, Mdyamizu is in police custody.