The Rivers State Police Command has made a significant breakthrough in the fight against human trafficking, arresting members of a child trafficking syndicate operating in the state. According to reports, the syndicate manipulated young mothers and vulnerable pregnant women, stole their babies, and sold them to waiting buyers ¹.
*Details of the Arrest*
The police command revealed that two babies were rescued from the syndicate, who were bought at the sum of N2.8 million. The operation was carried out along Rumuekini-Choba, East-West road, Port Harcourt ¹.
*Recent Cases*
This recent bust is not an isolated incident, as the Rivers State Police Command has been actively working to combat child trafficking in the state. In a similar incident, the police rescued a one-year-old male child from a child trafficking syndicate and arrested three suspects ².
In another case, two women, Ugochukwu Onyebuchi and Ogechi Nmezi, were arrested for defrauding two women, Juliet Blossom and Esther Michael, by pretending to help them adopt babies ³.
*Police Efforts*
The Rivers State Police Command has demonstrated its commitment to combating child trafficking, with the state Commissioner of Police, Olugbenga Adepoju, reiterating the command's resolve to protect the public and uphold the rule of law ⁴.
The police command has also urged the public to report any suspicious activities that may aid in the investigation and eradication of child trafficking ⁴.
*Conclusion*
The busting of this child trafficking syndicate is a significant victory for the Rivers State Police Command, and we commend their efforts in keeping our communities safe. We will continue to monitor this story and provide updates as more information becomes available.
*Stay Safe, Stay Informed*
If you have any information or concerns about child trafficking, please don't hesitate to reach out to the authorities. Let's work together to combat this menace and protect our children ⁴.
