Police arrest mother for allegedly using hot knife on 7-year-old daughter
The Anambra State Police Command has arrested a 32 year old woman, Ogechi Ofoma, over the alleged brutal abuse of her seven year old daughter, Oluebube Ofoma, in Obosi, Idemili North Local Government Area of the state. The child was rescued on Sunday, September 13, 2026, following the intervention of security personnel from Ibollo Community, […] Police arrest mother for allegedly using hot knife…
On Sunday, September 13, 2026, the Anambra State Police Command apprehended a 32-year-old mother, Ogechi Ofoma, in connection with the alleged brutal abuse of her seven-year-old daughter, Oluebube Ofoma, in Obosi, Idemili North Local Government Area. The child was rescued by security personnel from Ibollo Community, Awada Obosi, and concerned locals who discovered the alleged abuse.
Police Public Relations Officer, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, disclosed the arrest in a statement. Preliminary investigations revealed severe physical injuries, which reportedly included burns caused by a hot knife. The child was swiftly rescued from further harm, while her mother was arrested and the police investigation commenced. Ikenga assured that the police would conduct a thorough and professional inquiry, prioritizing the child's welfare and safety. He added that appropriate action would be taken based on the investigation's outcome.
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