Footage Emerges of Woman Allegedly Fleeing With Newborn at Mamprobi Polyclinic
- A woman was caught on CCTV fleeing after allegedly taking a newborn from Mamprobi Polyclinic, sparking widespread concern online
- Upon noticing the incident, the health facility immediately collaborated with the Ghana Police Service to investigate and track the suspect
- The situation caused nationwide distress, as Ghanaians closely followed efforts to locate the woman and safely reunite the baby and mom
Ghanaians woke up to a troubling story as news spread of a newborn reportedly taken from Mamprobi Polyclinic in Greater Accra.
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The incident sparked widespread concern, and a TikTok video captured the outrage of citizens at the health facility where it occurred.
Man demands CCTV footage from Mamprobi Polyclinic
A concerned man present at the hospital sparked attention at the office where the polyclinic heads were meeting with the distressed new mother, as she leaned her head on a man standing nearby, visibly shaken by the events.
The hospital head sat opposite her, engaged in discussion, when the concerned man forcefully entered the room, demanding access to the CCTV recordings.
He insisted that the footage would provide a direct path to identifying and tracking down the individual responsible.
The incident, which occurred in the early hours of February 18, 2026, has caused widespread distress among hospital staff, citizens, and online observers.
Netizens quickly reacted, sharing concern and calls for accountability.
Authorities have since taken over the matter, with the Security Service launching investigations to determine the facts and ensure proper follow-up.
Watch the TikTok videos below.
CCTV footage shows alleged baby thief fleeing
An alleged image of the woman has circulated widely.
In the footage, she appeared to be carrying the baby wrapped in a cloth, holding a white bag said to be made of paper.
The woman wore white trousers and a sleeveless blouse as she walked confidently out of the polyclinic.
The circulating video and images have intensified public discussions about security measures in healthcare facilities, raising questions about safeguarding vulnerable patients and their families.
Watch the TikTok video below.
Mamprobi baby theft case confirms pastor's prophecy
Meanwhile, a 2025 prophecy from Prophet Immanuel Light had re-emerged following the news of baby theft at the Mamprobi Polyclinic in the Greater Accra Region on Tuesday, February 17, 2026.
According to reports, an unidentified individual, who was disguised as a nurse, had sneaked into the hospital premises and allegedly stole a newborn infant without the knowledge of the authorities.
The suspect was believed to have fled on a waiting motorcycle that had been parked outside the hospital premises.
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CCTV footage was released, showing the identity of the suspect, who left the hospital with the baby wrapped in a cloth.
Videos circulated on social media showed heightened tension at the facility, with the baby’s father confronting hospital authorities and demanding immediate answers regarding his child’s disappearance.
Some residents, including family members and friends, also stormed the premises of the Mamprobi Polyclinic to confront the hospital's authorities over the baby theft case.
How alleged Mamprobi baby thief was arrested
YEN.com.gh earlier reported that the newborn baby who was stolen from the Mamprobi Polyclinic in Accra has reportedly been found and reunited with its mother.
The suspect was arrested on Wednesday, February 18, 2026 and sent to the Dansoman Police Station in the Greater Accra Region, with details circulating online.
Proofreading by Bruce Douglas, copy editor at YEN.com.gh.
Source: YEN.com.gh
