Benue: Woman caught attempting to kidnap child during church service in Otukpo

A suspected child abductor was apprehended on Sunday at a church in Otukpo while allegedly attempting to kidnap a young girl during service.

According to eyewitnesses, the woman lured the child with bread and was moments away from executing the act when alert church security personnel intervened.

Her suspicious behavior quickly drew the attention of church members, prompting a swift response from the church’s security team

Local authorities have been notified, and an investigation is expected to follow.