Police Rescue Stolen Newborn In Benue, Arrest 11 Suspects

The Benue State Police Command has rescued a newborn baby allegedly stolen shortly after delivery at a healthcare facility in Gboko and arrested 11 suspects in connection with the incident.

The State Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Peter Aondongu, said the case was reported on August 12, 2026, after the baby’s father, Aondofa Chia, informed the police that his newborn had gone missing from the healthcare facility.

According to the police, operatives attached to A Division, Gboko, immediately launched an investigation, leading to the arrest of nine suspects, while two additional suspects were later arrested the same day.

The alleged principal suspect, identified as 35 year old Mrs Nguhemen Asugh, was arrested and the missing baby was recovered from her custody before being safely reunited with the mother.

The Commissioner of Police, CP Cletus Nwadiogbu, commended the officers for their swift response and urged residents to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities to the police as investigation continues.