The Anambra State Police Command has confirmed that a female suspect is in custody in connection with the discovery of four unconscious children at a residential premises in Umuoduba Village, Ideani, Idemili North Local Government Area.
The Command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, said in a statement that upon receipt of the information, rescue operatives attached to Ogidi Police Station rushed the victims to hospital for emergency medical attention.
“Regrettably, three of the children were certified dead by medical doctors, while the fourth victim is currently receiving treatment in a critical condition,” Ikenga stated.
He said the State Criminal Investigation Department, SCID, will take over the case and conduct a thorough, professional, intelligence-driven, and evidence-based investigation.
The PPRO added that police operatives are hopeful that, subject to the survivor’s recovery and medical clearance, the testimony of the surviving child will assist in unraveling the circumstances surrounding the tragic incident.
The bodies of the deceased have been deposited in the mortuary for preservation and autopsy.
The Command extended heartfelt condolences to the families of the deceased and urged the public to remain calm and refrain from spreading unverified information.
