🎯 Caught and Exposed: How a ‘Nurse’ Stole a Newborn at Mamprobi Polyclinic, and How Police Brought Her in Ghana.
In a dramatic turn of events that gripped Accra earlier this week, a suspect accused of stealing a newborn baby from the postnatal ward of the Mamprobi Polyclinic has been arrested by police, and the baby has been safely reunited with the family, bringing relief to a tense situation.
📌 The Incident That Sparked Panic
The unsettling ordeal began on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, when a mother recovering from a caesarean section was reportedly approached by a woman dressed in what appeared to be a nurse’s uniform.
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According to reports, the woman told the new mother that her baby needed medication, a claim that convinced the mother to hand over her four-day-old boy.
Moments later, staff realized the infant was missing, sparking immediate alarm among medical workers, patients, and relatives at the clinic.
🔍 Police Investigation and Arrest
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The Dansoman Divisional Police Command of the Ghana Police Service launched a swift search. Closed-circuit television (CCTV) footage from the clinic later showed the suspect carrying the baby out of the facility, which provided crucial leads for investigators.
Within hours, police had arrested the suspect, identified as Latifa Salifu, a 33-year-old trader, along with the rescued infant. Media reports indicate she allegedly disguised herself as a nurse to gain access to the newborn.
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🕵️ How the Arrest Unfolded
In a fascinating twist, it was the suspect’s own sister who helped break the case. After the arrested woman called her sibling claiming she had given birth and inviting her to see the baby, the sister recognized the ruse, thanks to widespread media coverage about the stolen newborn, and alerted police.
This tip-off directly led to the police locating both the suspect and the infant, now safe, at a separate hospital facility.
🏛️ Legal Proceedings Begin
Following her arrest, Latifa Salifu was remanded into custody by an Accra court on charges of child stealing. She pleaded not guilty during her first court appearance, and investigations continue as authorities prepare for further hearings.
📷 Family Calls for DNA Confirmation
Though the baby was recovered, the child’s family has publicly stated they want a DNA test to conclusively prove the infant is biologically theirs, a measure they say will eliminate any lingering doubt after the shocking incident.
🩺 Official Response and Security Concerns
The incident has triggered a broader response from Ghana’s health authorities. The Ghana Health Service (GHS) issued directives to strengthen security and patient care systems across health facilities, particularly to protect vulnerable patients like newborns and mothers in maternity wards.
🙌 Why This Matters
This troubling case has highlighted serious questions about hospital security, the trust between patients and caregivers, and how quickly law enforcement can act under public pressure.
The successful arrest and safe return of the baby offer some relief, but for many in Accra and beyond, it’s sparked conversations about how such an incident could happen in a medical facility in the first place.
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