Operatives of the Delta State Police Command have arrested a woman identified as Joy for allegedly abducting two infants in a desperate attempt to replace her deceased twins and save her relationship.
The spokesperson of the Delta State Police Command, SP Bright Edafe, disclosed the development while parading the suspect before journalists. In a video shared online, Edafe explained that the suspect allegedly targeted women engaged in petty trading, posing as a customer before making away with their babies.
According to preliminary investigations, Joy first abducted a four-month-old infant belonging to a groundnut seller. She later allegedly stole a second baby from a woman selling ticketing stubs in a separate incident.
During interrogation, the suspect reportedly confessed to the crimes, revealing that her actions were driven by fear of losing her partner. Joy told investigators that her partner had previously left her because she suffered multiple miscarriages.
She said she later gave birth to twins—a boy and a girl—but the babies died six weeks after birth. Fearing her partner would abandon her again if he discovered the truth, she concealed their deaths from him.
The suspect further disclosed that her partner had already begun preparations for a child dedication ceremony scheduled for Sunday, prompting her to seek a way to replace the deceased children.
Police said the plan unraveled after the mothers of the abducted infants separately reported the incidents to authorities. Following a swift investigation and tracking operation, officers were able to locate the suspect, rescue the babies, and reunite them with their families.
The Delta State Police Command confirmed that both infants were recovered safely and that legal proceedings against the suspect are ongoing.
Authorities have urged parents and caregivers to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities to security agencies promptly.
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