Police in Abia State, Nigeria, arrested four suspects on Tuesday in a case of alleged child trafficking. The suspects are accused of stealing and selling a four‑day‑old baby from a mother who was described as mentally unstable.
The Abia State Police Command said the arrests followed an investigation into a conspiracy to traffic children. The operation was part of a broader effort to curb the sale of infants and protect vulnerable families in the region.
Details of the suspects’ identities and the exact circumstances of the baby’s removal have not yet been released. Authorities have not provided further statements about the case or the mother’s current situation.
Child trafficking remains a serious concern across Nigeria, prompting law enforcement agencies to intensify investigations and public awareness campaigns aimed at safeguarding children from exploitation.
<small>Source: Punch Nigeria — read the original story there.</small>