Anambra Police Rescue Newborn in Foiled Baby Sale Plot
Operatives of the Anambra State Police in Igbariam, Anambra East LGA, have foiled an alleged plan by a 21-year-old woman to sell her newborn baby. Acting on timely intelligence from a concerned citizen, officers traced and rescued both mother and child. Preliminary investigations reveal the young woman hid her pregnancy, left her family home in Imo State, and stayed with a friend in Igbariam. Police notified her relatives and safely reunited them to ensure proper care and support while inquiries continue. The Commissioner of Police praised the public’s role in preventing crime and protection of vulnerable persons. He warned against child trafficking, urged vigilance, and called on residents to report suspicious activities promptly.
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