A house girl who disappeared with a three-month-old baby from her employer’s home has been arrested in Githurai Kimbo, three days after the incident, in what police have termed a failed kidnap attempt.
Police confirmed that the infant was found in good health, bringing immense relief to the distressed family.
Mother Reported Baby Missing on October 6
According to police, the baby’s mother reported the disappearance on October 6, 2025, after returning home to find both her house girl and the baby missing.
The house help had allegedly fled without notice, prompting a frantic search and police alerts across Kiambu County.
Three days later, on October 9, the suspect called from a different number and admitted that she had the baby, demanding money before releasing the child.
Police Sting Operation in Githurai
The suspect instructed the baby’s mother to meet her at the Shell Petrol Station near Githurai Railway Station, where she was allegedly waiting with the infant.
Police were quickly alerted and, together with the child’s parents, rushed to the scene.
“We found the woman, believed to be a Ugandan national, with the baby. The child was safe and appeared unharmed,” said a police officer involved in the rescue.
The parents positively identified both the baby and the house girl before she was taken into custody.
Baby Safe, Suspect in Custody
Police said the infant was immediately taken to Ruiru Level Four Hospital for a medical check-up and was confirmed to be in stable condition.
The suspect is being held for interrogation and possible prosecution, with authorities investigating whether she could be linked to previous child abduction cases.
“Cases of child theft and kidnapping have been on the rise, and we are determined to dismantle any such networks,” added the officer.
Child Theft on the Rise
Recent police reports indicate an increase in child kidnapping incidents in Nairobi and Kiambu counties, with most cases involving domestic workers or close family acquaintances.
Authorities have urged parents to vet domestic workers thoroughly and to install home surveillance systems where possible.
