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The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) in Suhum has confirmed the retrieval of a one-week-old baby boy from a toilet pit at Ali, a suburb of Suhum in the Eastern Region.
The incident occurred on the morning of Tuesday, September 23, near the Gateway Preparatory School. According to GNFS, an 11-member rescue team led by ASTNO Danso Henry responded to a distress call at 6:30 a.m. and arrived at the scene within 14 minutes.
After a delicate operation, the crew retrieved the baby at about 7:00 a.m., but he was already lifeless. Preliminary investigations suggest the act was allegedly carried out by the infant’s mother, who had fled before rescuers arrived.
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The body has since been handed over to the police to aid ongoing investigations.
While expressing deep sympathy over the tragic development, GNFS commended its personnel for their swift and professional response.
“We commend the brave Suhum Fire Rescuers for their prompt response, professionalism, and dedication in handling this heartbreaking incident,” the Service said in a statement.
Story By: Afia Ohenewaa Akyerem