The Upper West Regional Police Command arrested a 38-year-old lady, Abena Martha Maanibeh, for allegedly snatching a week-old infant and the mother’s personal items.
According to a police statement signed by Upper West Regional Police Commander DCOP Darko Offei Lomotey, the suspect acted as a patient’s caretaker and tricked the mother, Ms. Kwofie Mwinbelle, into leaving the hospital.
Ms. Mwinbelle gave birth to a baby boy on August 1, 2025, at Wa Regional Hospital. On August 10, the suspect allegedly convinced her to accompany her to the Wa market to get diapers.
While there, Maanibeh stole the newborn and the mother’s handbag, which contained a cell phone, cash, and other items.
On August 15, the Domestic Violence and Victims Support Unit (DOVVSU) conducted a quick investigation and apprehended the suspect while she was hiding in Nuobille Community, Savannah Region.
The infant was recovered safely and reunited with his mother.
“The suspect was arraigned before the Wa District Magistrate Court on Monday, August 18, 2025, and remanded into custody to reappear on September 2, 2025,” according to a police report.
Source: newsthemegh.com