Police arrest two for trying to steal newborn in Abia
Two suspects, Nzubechi Chinagorom and Chinonso Chibundu, have been arrested by the Abia State Police Command for attempting to steal a two-week-old baby in Umuahia. According to the police, the suspects tried to take the child from her mother, Miss Amarachi Chinyereugo, resulting in a violent struggle. The police said the suspects were found with substances suspected to be hard drugs and have concluded their investigation. The suspects will be charged to court on June 2.
What happened
- The suspects, Nzubechi Chinagorom and Chinonso Chibundu, attempted to steal a two-week-old baby from Miss Amarachi Chinyereugo in Umuahia.
- On 25/05/2026, Nzubechi Chinagorom assaulted the mother and stabbed her, causing the baby to fall and hit her head.
- Chinonso Chibundu acted as a lookout outside the house during the incident.
- Both suspects fled but were apprehended at a nearby bus stop, reportedly found with suspected hard drugs.
- The mother and baby were treated at the hospital and have recovered, while the suspects will be charged to court on June 2.
