Okada Rider Arrested For Snatching Baby From Mother In Anambra State (Photo)

Man pretending to be an Okada rider arrested for allegedly walking into a compound and attempting to snatch a 4-months old baby from the mother

The police in Anambra state have arrested a man who posed as an Okada rider, Ikecgukwu Odom, 25, and attempted to kidnap a four-months-old baby from the mother.

A statement released by Mohammed Haruna, spokesperson of the state police command, says on Sunday, February 28, the police received a distress call at Okpunoeze Uruagu, Nnewi that a 25-year-old man, Ikechukwu Odoh, who pretended to be an okada rider allegedly went into a compound in the area and attempted to snatch a
four months old baby girl named Success Odeh from her mother.

''The mother resisted and screamed for help which attracted the attention of the neighbours who along side nearby vigilante assisted the police in arresting the suspect.''Haruna stated.

The police spokesperson added that the case is currently under investigation to examine the purpose at the back of such act, after which the suspect can be brought to justice.