Princess Arrested After Conspiring to Steal One-Year-Old Baby in Anambra
August 16, 2023
– A princess in Anambra State, Nigeria, has been arrested in connection with a conspiracy to steal a one-year-old baby. The princess, whose name has not been released, allegedly conspired with a man to abduct the child from her parents’ home in the city of Onitsha. According to police sources, the princess provided the man with information about the baby’s whereabouts and the best time to strike. The man was arrested in the act of attempting to kidnap the child. The princess was subsequently arrested and charged with conspiracy to commit kidnapping. She is currently in custody and is scheduled to appear in court on Monday. The Anambra State Police Command has condemned the incident and vowed to bring all those involved to justice. “This is a heinous crime that will not be tolerated,” said the State Commissioner of Police, Echeng Echeng. “We will do everything in our power to ensure that the princess and her accomplice are punished to the fullest extent of the law.” The incident has shocked the people of Anambra State and has raised concerns about the safety of children in the region. “This is an outrage,” said community leader Uche Maduagwu. “We cannot allow our children to be stolen by criminals.” The police are appealing to the public for information about the princess’s involvement in the conspiracy. Anyone with information is urged to contact the Anambra State Police Command.Suspected Child Trafficker Arrested in Anambra
Suspected Child Trafficker Arrested in Anambra
Awka, Anambra State
– A 24-year-old woman, Princess Willie, has been apprehended in Awka, Anambra State, for her alleged involvement in child trafficking.
Stolen Baby
Princess Willie is accused of conspiring with a male accomplice to steal a one-year-old baby from her mother in Enu, Enugu State. The incident occurred on Thursday, June 6, 2024.
Arrest
Princess Willie was arrested on Monday, June 10, 2024, after being recognized by a hotel manager, Mr. Kingsley Okeke.
Investigation
The police began investigating the case and discovered that Princess Willie had allegedly conspired with her accomplice, Onyeka, who charmed and lured the mother, a 20-year-old woman from Enugu State, to Anambra. They stole her baby and robbed her of her new phone.
Narratives
Chukwunonso, a good Samaritan who assisted the mother of the missing child, recounted how they approached Princess Willie after she was seen crying by the roadside. She identified the suspects from the hotel where they had stayed with her. The hotel manager, Mr. Okeke, corroborated the story and explained that Princess Willie had initially arrived with the mother and her child but later left with the baby, claiming to be her sister. However, the manager and security personnel at the hotel were suspicious and prevented her from leaving with the baby. After the mother and her husband returned and confirmed the baby’s disappearance, the hotel staff alerted the authorities.
Suspect’s Confession
Princess Willie confessed to her involvement in the incident but claimed it was her first time being involved in child trafficking. She refused to reveal the whereabouts of the stolen child or her accomplice.
Commissioner’s Statement
The State Commissioner for Women’s Affairs, Mrs. Ify Obinabo, condemned the incident and blamed Princess Willie for causing distress and trauma to the victim. She reiterated the government’s zero-tolerance policy on child trafficking and warned of severe consequences for perpetrators. The suspect has been handed over to security forces for further investigation.
Princess Arrested for Conspiring to Kidnap One-Year-Old Baby in Anambra
A princess has been apprehended by the Anambra State Police Command for allegedly conspiring with a man to abduct a one-year-old baby in the Idemili North Local Government Area of the state. The arrest was made on Monday, February 27, 2023, after a tip-off from vigilant residents. The suspect, identified as Princess Uzoamaka Eze, 41, was allegedly found in possession of the abducted baby. According to the police spokesperson, DSP Tochukwu Ikenga, the princess conspired with a 32-year-old man, whose identity has been withheld, to steal the child from her parents’ home. “The suspect confessed to the crime during interrogation, stating that she intended to sell the baby for adoption,” DSP Ikenga said. The victim’s parents, who reported the incident to the police, expressed relief and gratitude for the prompt response of the authorities. The princess and her accomplice have been charged with conspiracy and kidnapping and will appear in court soon. The police have commended the public for their cooperation and urged residents to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the authorities.
