The Enugu State Police Command on Tuesday arrested six pregnant young girls in a home where they were allegedly being prepared to deliver their babies for sale.
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The Public Relations Officer of the command, Mr Ebere Amaraizu, said in a statement that the girls were arrested at No. 7, Anyansi Lane, Ogui in Enugu.
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He alleged that the girls, aged between 16 years and 17 years, had negotiated with people who would buy their babies after delivery.
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Amaraizu confirmed the arrest of three other persons in connection with the incident, saying that investigations are in top gear on the incident.
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The police spokesman said the girls were smuggled out of their guardians' homes.