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| Mansah with the child |
By Prosper Wise Amegbe
An eight-month-old child who was reportedly taken by an unknown woman at the Kpando Market has been reunited with the family after a three-day ordeal, bringing relief to relatives, traditional authorities, and members of the public who closely followed the incident.
The suspected woman is currently in police custody as investigations continue, while the rescued child has been taken to a health facility for medical examinations to ascertain the child's condition after the incident.
How the Incident Happened
Speaking exclusively to Akpini News & Tours, the child's mother, Agbo Mansa, recounted the circumstances that led to the disappearance of her baby.
According to her, on Thursday, 16 July, she travelled to the Kpando Market to sell groundnuts, one of the food items she trades in.
She explained that an unknown woman approached her intending to purchase four "rubbers" (local measuring units) of groundnuts. After informing the customer that each unit cost GH¢25, the woman requested that the transaction be completed at Nkunya Station within the market area.
Agbo Masa said she followed the customer with her eight-month-old child strapped to her back. While measuring the groundnuts, she had to bend repeatedly, causing the baby to become uncomfortable and cry.
According to her account, the customer then offered to hold the child temporarily to allow her to continue serving the order.
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However, after measuring three of the four requested units, Agbo Mansa realised she did not have enough groundnuts to complete the order. She informed the customer that she would quickly collect additional stock from her sister nearby and briefly left the child in the woman's care.
"When I returned, both the woman and my baby were nowhere to be found," she recounted.
The only items left behind were the three measured units of groundnuts.
Search Begins Immediately
The distressed mother said she immediately began searching throughout the market before reporting the incident through the market's information centre.
Announcements were subsequently made to alert traders and residents, while local media outlets also assisted in publicising the missing child.
The case was later reported to the Ghana Police Service, which commenced investigations.
Family Speaks
Earlier, the child's aunt also narrated the family's experience to Akpini News & Tours, describing the emotional distress they endured following the child's disappearance.
According to her, the family initially struggled to understand how such an incident could occur, particularly since the mother had never met the woman before.
She acknowledged that many opinions had emerged within the community regarding the circumstances surrounding the incident. However, the family remained focused on finding the child safely.
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The aunt expressed gratitude to everyone who assisted in the search and welcomed the child's safe return.
Child Rescued After Three Days
Members of the child's family and traditional leaders from Have Ando No. 1 later travelled to Kpando after receiving information that the child had been found.
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| Mansah with the baby, and the husband |
Speaking at the palace of the Paramount Chief of Kpando, Dagadu, the delegation confirmed that the suspect had been arrested and was in police custody.
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According to the delegation, the child was reportedly found together with the suspect in Bowuri Toviate, near Abutiase in the Volta Region.
They indicated that individuals who assisted in locating the child subsequently informed the police, after which both the suspect and the child were handed over to law enforcement officers.
At the time of publication, police had not publicly released the identity of the suspect or further details regarding the investigation.
Child Undergoes Medical Examination
The family further disclosed that the child had been taken to a hospital for medical assessment as a precautionary measure.
According to them, doctors conducted examinations to ensure the child's health and determine whether the child suffered any harm during the period of disappearance. The child has been discharged safely.
Traditional Authorities Visit Paramount Chief
Following news of the child's recovery, the chief rep, elders, and family representatives from Have Ando No. 1 visited the Palace of the Paramount Chief of Kpando.
The delegation included representative of Torgbui Vivor II, together with elders Francis Dzamesi [Sorhefia], Dzifa [Asafo Leader], Emmanuel Akpaji [Dumega] , and the female chief linguist Mama Tsami (Justine Akpadzi).
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During interactions with Akpini News & Tours, members of the delegation emphasised the longstanding relationship between the people of Have Ando and the people of Akpini.
They stated that although the incident caused understandable concern, they remained hopeful throughout the search and expressed appreciation to all individuals and institutions that contributed to the child's safe recovery.
Public Reactions
The development attracted large crowds to the Palace of the Paramount Chief of Kpando, where residents gathered to follow events.
Several members of the public who spoke to Akpini News & Tours expressed relief over the child's rescue while calling for a thorough police investigation into the matter.
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Some residents also appealed for stronger public awareness on child safety and urged parents and guardians to exercise caution when leaving children in the care of unfamiliar persons.
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A Mother's Reflection
In her interview, Agbo Mansa said the experience had taught her a painful but important lesson.
She encouraged parents, guardians, and traders to remain vigilant and avoid entrusting young children to strangers, regardless of the circumstances.
"I have learned a lesson from this experience," she indicated, urging others to be more cautious in public places.
Investigation Continues
As of the time of filing this report, the suspected woman remained in police custody while investigations continued.
Authorities have yet to officially release the suspect's identity, place of residence, or any formal charges that may be brought.
Akpini News & Tours will continue to monitor the case and provide verified updates as more official information becomes available.
Editor's Note: This report is based on interviews conducted by Akpini News & Tours with the child's mother, family members, traditional leaders, eyewitness accounts, and information available at the time of publication. Some aspects of the incident remain under police investigation, and further official details are expected as the case progresses.
