Friday, May 16, 2025 - Operatives of the Delta State Police Command have rescued a five-month-old baby boy who was abducted two months ago.
His mother was drugged during a journey from Koko to Warri,
and while asleep, the baby was whisked away.
Delta State Commissioner of Police, CP Olufemi Abaniwonda,
revealed during a press briefing today in Asaba, confirming that the child was
stolen in February by a woman identified as Mrs. Joy Temitope Oyetimi, aged 49.
The young mother had embarked on a business trip on 16th
February 2025 with the suspect, unaware of her plot.
During the journey, Oyetimi offered the 20-year-old mother a
drink laced with a sedative. “She slept off,” CP Abaniwonda said.
“While she was unconscious, the suspect disappeared with her
two-month-old baby boy.”
The police launched an intelligence-led investigation
through the DPO, Ekpan Police Station, Delta State.
“After weeks of trailing, officers located and arrested
Oyetimi, who, during interrogation, confessed to the abduction.
“The child, now five months old, was safely recovered and
reunited with his parents.
“The suspect admitted she was the one who took the child,”
the Commissioner stated.
“We are grateful to confirm that the baby has been rescued
in good health and returned to his family.”
Describing the case as a “chilling reminder” of the dangers
posed by traffickers who exploit trust, CP Abaniwonda affirmed that the Command
remains resolute in protecting vulnerable members of society, particularly
women and children.
He added, “The suspect is currently in custody, and a
thorough investigation is ongoing to determine if there are other accomplices
or victims.”
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