A disturbing incident unfolded at Ntuzuma Police Station in South Africa as a mother abandoned her baby, sparking widespread conversation after a video of the event went viral on social media.
The video, which has garnered over 300,000 likes, shares, and comments, captured the attention of concerned individuals across various platforms. Amidst the shock and dismay, an officer at the station, Sgt S Masondo, emerged as a hero by stepping in to care for the abandoned baby.
According to the accompanying post, the mother vanished after depositing the child, leaving authorities puzzled about her whereabouts.
“A lady came into Ntuzuma Police Station with a baby, asked to use the toilets, and then she disappeared. This was Saturday; now her whereabouts are unknown.”
“The baby cried throughout the evening until morning broke. Social workers were contacted, and they said they only work Monday to Friday, which means they have no standby duties clearly.”
“However, Sgt S Masondo was able to go beyond the call of duty and carry this baby, buy nappies, warm clothes, and porridge as it was more than 12 hours since this baby had last eaten.”
“We can say a lot about the police, but there are still truly good police officers out there. Well done to Ntuzuma SAPS.”
In reaction to the video attached to the article and the situation, concerned individuals stormed the comment page of the post to share their thoughts.
“I wanna cry.. thinking of what that child is going through, missing her mom and confused at the strangers around her but also glad the mother brought her to a safe.”
lebz
“The mother tried her best, the baby is very fresh and seems well taken care of. Glad she didn’t hurt her when the going got tough for her. Thank you Sgt Masondo for stepping in, God bless u sisi.”
Its_Fhifi
“officer you need to check yourself, why is the baby only crys when not on your arms 😅😅 PLZ get a test fast. BUT other then that we APPRECIATE YOU.”
@mxo_mosia_basia
“I’m not a South African I’m from Zimbabwe i don’t have too much money but i want to help please.”
Margret Nokuthula Dumhe
Watch the video below to witness the touching response to this heart-wrenching event.
