Newborn Abducted from Peshawar’s Lady Reading Hospital in Shocking Incident

PESHAWAR: A newborn baby was abducted from Lady Reading Hospital, the largest public hospital in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, in a shocking incident that occurred last night. The police have obtained CCTV footage that reportedly shows a woman in a burqa taking the infant.

The abduction has raised serious concerns about security protocols in hospitals, particularly in maternity wards. Hospital officials have stated that they are cooperating fully with law enforcement to ensure the safe return of the child and to apprehend the suspect. Local authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward.

This incident highlights ongoing issues regarding child safety and security in public healthcare facilities across Pakistan. Parents and guardians are increasingly worried about the safety of their children in hospitals, prompting calls for stricter security measures and surveillance systems.

Authorities are expected to enhance security protocols at hospitals and conduct a thorough investigation into the incident. The police are analyzing the CCTV footage for further leads and have set up checkpoints in the area to track down the suspect.