Crime
Teenage Mother Arrested for Suspected Infanticide in Damasak
Teenage Mother Arrested for Suspected Infanticide in Damasak
By: Zagazola Makama
The Nigerian Police Force in Borno has arrested a 17-year-old girl, Fatima Adamu, from Gamari Village, Niger Republic, on suspicion of infanticide after her newborn baby was found dead.
It was gathered that on March 21, 2025, at about 8:00 a.m., Fatima Adamu gave birth to a healthy male baby.
However, shortly after hearing the baby cry, a witness, Fanna Modu of Chinguluski Village, noticed that the infant was no longer alive and suspected foul play.
A Police sources said thar detectives visited the scene, and an initial examination of the baby’s body revealed no visible signs of violence.
The corpse was taken to General Hospital Damasak for further medical examination to determine the cause of death.
According to the source, the suspect was arrested and is currently undergoing interrogation.
Teenage Mother Arrested for Suspected Infanticide in Damasak