A young woman who is seven months pregnant is under investigation for allegedly aborting her baby with the help of a medical officer who is also her boyfriend.
A statement issued by Police Media Unit on Wednesday said, Police in Buala are conducting the investigation into the alleged abortion case that took place at one of the villages in Isabel province recently.
Supervising Provincial Police Commander (PPC) Isabel province Inspector Harry Vanosi said, “It was alleged that the young woman who was seven months old pregnant aborted her baby.”
PPC Vanosi added, “It was further alleged that her boyfriend who is a medical officer provided her with the necessary drugs, equipment and materials for the abortion process.
“The young woman gave birth and buried the foetus and returned home. The situation escalated when the woman’s relatives discovered the remains of the foetus and arranged for a proper burial a week after the incident.”
Mr. Vanosi said Police were informed of the incident and conducted an investigation into the matter.
“The young woman has been referred to the Family Support Centre for counselling and taken to Buala hospital for medical examination.”
The young parents of the abandoned unborn child have been charged with killing the unborn child under Section 221 of the Penal Code, which carries a penalty of life imprisonment.
“Police urges the community to report any cases related to abortion or other serious matters to police.
“It is crucial for the protection and enforcement of the law that such issues are addressed through legal channels rather than custom settlements,” said PPC Vanosi.
Police acknowledge the support from the community for their cooperation and assistance in this matter.
Upholding law and order is everybody’s responsibility to prevent and address related crimes effectively.
