Patients and hospital staff at P and G Hospital in Abule-Egba, Lagos State, on Saturday, reportedly thwarted an attempt by a woman to steal a newborn baby.
The Lagos State Police Command confirmed on Sunday that the suspect had been detained and would be arraigned after investigations were concluded.
The suspect allegedly disguised herself as a pregnant woman by stuffing pieces of cloth under her clothing, while another woman reportedly posed as someone who had come to assist her with delivery.
In one of the viral videos seen by The Telegraph on Sunday, the suspect was forced onto a seat as the pieces of cloth hidden under her clothing fell to the floor.
As she was being dragged towards the seat, a man dressed in traditional attire was seen slapping her across the face, while others questioned her.
Another viral video showed the suspect being held and made to enter a car.
Confirming the incident, the command’s spokesperson, Abimbola Adebisi, said the suspect was in custody, while efforts were ongoing to arrest her fleeing accomplice.
“The alleged perpetrator is currently in custody, while efforts are ongoing to apprehend the accomplice and charge the case to court as soon as the investigation is concluded,” she said.
This is not the first time a suspected newborn theft case has been reported in Lagos State.
