Bijnor Police Arrest Six for Selling Infant for 5 Lakh Rupees
Bijnor police arrest six people after a 15-day-old baby was allegedly sold for 5 lakh rupees following financial struggles of the parents.
In a shocking case of human trafficking, the Bijnor police have apprehended six individuals involved in the illegal sale of a 15-day-old infant for a staggering 5 lakh rupees. The arrests follow a detailed investigation sparked by a formal complaint lodged at the Nagina police station.
The Allegation and Investigation
The matter came to light when Tajuddin, a resident of Bhurapur village, approached the authorities. According to his complaint, his sister Shabnam had handed over her newborn son to Shafikan and Fareed, residents of Nainpura village, under the impression that they would provide care for the child. However, the accused allegedly orchestrated the sale of the infant instead.
Following the complaint, specialized investigation teams were deployed to track down the suspects. The police successfully arrested three men and three women in connection with the crime.
A Motive Driven by Financial Distress
The investigation uncovered a grim reality behind the transaction. It was revealed that the child's parents, Shabnam and Farman, were already struggling to support four existing children. Upon the birth of twins, the couple reportedly decided to give away their 15-day-old son due to severe financial hardships.
The role of the accused was meticulously mapped out by investigators:
- The Intermediary: Shafikan acted as the middleman, facilitating the initial handover of the baby on August 28, 2025.
- The First Buyers: The infant was first handed over to Jitender Kumar (alias Vicky), Kapil (alias Rajveer), and Shivani for a sum of 2 lakh rupees.
- The Final Transaction: The child was eventually sold to Pritam Saini and Salochna, a childless couple looking to adopt, for a total of 5 lakh rupees.
The Money Trail and Medical Involvement
The police uncovered a complex web of financial transactions used to facilitate the illegal deal. It was noted that Dr. Kapil at Rounak Hospital and Dr. Jitender Kumar at Piyush Hospital played roles in managing the movement of funds.
The distribution of the 5 lakh rupees was handled with calculated precision. Initially, the suspects split the amount equally, with each receiving 1 lakh rupees. However, the situation took a turn when the biological parents discovered the child had been sold for a much higher price than originally discussed. Fearing a police report, the accused allegedly paid the parents an additional 1.5 lakh rupees to keep them silent.
Bijnor Superintendent of Police K.K. Bishnoi has confirmed the arrests and stated that the details of the case are being processed as the legal proceedings continue.