Thembisa mother reunited with baby after kidnapping ordeal
“As panic set in and in a race against time, the security officer informed authorities that the suspect had fled in a green private car."
In a shocking turn of events that unfolded outside the Tembisa Hospital on September 29, a mother’s worst fears were realised when her baby was kidnapped.
However, in a miraculous twist of fate, the baby was found safe on the same day.
According to the mother of the baby, Nesisa Ndlovu, she met the suspect on September 27, while seeking medical attention for her baby at Tembisa Hospital.
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In a seemingly kind gesture, the suspect offered to assist her with essential baby supplies such as diapers and clothes.
Trusting the suspect’s intentions, the two exchanged numbers that same day.
“On September 29, the suspect called me and asked to meet at Tembisa Hospital. The suspect then requested my company to a nearby garage to withdraw money.
“On arriving at the garage, we discovered that there was no ATM available.
“In act of trust and assurance, the suspect handed her bank card to me and directed me to Usave, a nearby store, to withdraw the money.
To my dismay, on reaching Usave, I found that the card had been emptied, leaving me in a state of distress.
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“Frantically returning to the garage, I realised that the suspect had disappeared, taking my baby with her. I started crying out for help cause a stranger had kidnapped my baby.
“As panic set in and in a race against time, the security officer informed authorities that the suspect had fled in a green private car,” said Ndlovu.
All relevant role players were summoned, and a coordinated effort was launched to track down the suspect and rescue the baby.
Ekurhuleni District SAPS communications officer Captain Neldah Sekgobela appreciates the work done by the local law enforcers.
“Thanks to the dedication and swift action of law enforcement agencies, the suspect was apprehended, and the baby was found safe and unharmed.
The mother’s tears of anguish were replaced with tears of relief and joy as she was reunited with her child
“The suspect was charged with kidnapping,” said Sekgobela.
However, the ordeal has left the mother emotionally and financially strained. In light of this, she is now appealing to the community for support.
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Donations of baby supplies, clothes, and any other assistance will go a long way in helping this resilient family rebuild their lives.
The community of Thembisa has always been known for its generosity and compassion.
It is hoped that once again, its members will rally together, standing alongside this brave mother and her child in their time of need.
Donations can be made through the Voice of Tembisa where a dedicated area has been set up to collect contributions.
For more information, contact Mfanelo on 071 329 7697.
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