By Luzuko Memela
A 32-YEAR-OLD woman facing charges of human trafficking, conspiracy to commit robbery, and giving false information to the police has abandoned her bail application in the Hankey Magistrates Court, in Hankey Eastern Cape.
The charges stem from allegations that the woman sold her two-year-old son to unidentified people on 10 November.
Three days later, on 13 November, she reported a false case to the police, claiming her child had been kidnapped by unknown men in a car.
According to regional NPA spokeswoman Lumka Mahanjana investigations by law enforcement revealed inconsistencies in her account, and she later confessed to fabricating the kidnapping story.
She was arrested on 19 November and has remained in custody since then.
Despite extensive police efforts, the location of the two-year-old boy remains unknown.
The investigation to find him and bring those involved to justice is ongoing.
During her appearance, the matter was postponed to 27 January 2025 for further investigations.
The accused has been remanded in custody until then.
The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) has commended the ongoing investigative work by law enforcement and remains committed to ensuring justice for the victim in this distressing case.
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