Husband and wife arrested in Turin for trafficking babies

A disturbing case of child trafficking

An operation by the Turin police led to the arrest of a husband and wife of Moroccan origin, accused of having illegally introduced a newborn baby into Italy with the intent to sell her. The newborn, born in August, was smuggled into our country, wrapped in a shopping bag, on a ship coming from Tangier.

This episode raises disturbing questions about human trafficking and the vulnerability of the youngest.

Details of the operation 'Save the baby'

The operation, called 'Save the baby', began on March 12, coordinated by the Turin prosecutor's office. Investigators were alerted by a report regarding a Moroccan family living in Turin, who had hosted a newborn baby girl who did not belong to their family for several weeks. Investigations revealed that the couple was looking for someone willing to take care of the child in exchange for money, or to transport her abroad to avoid her being discovered by the authorities.

The investigation and rescue of the newborn

The Turin Flying Squad, together with the Judicial Police Section of the Prosecutor's Office, conducted an in-depth investigation that led to the location of the couple's home. After weeks of monitoring, the officers broke into the apartment, where the newborn was temporarily being kept. Fortunately, the baby was found in good health and immediately taken to the hospital for medical checks. She was subsequently placed with a foster family, thus ensuring her safety.

The context of baby trafficking

This case is not isolated, but it represents a worrying phenomenon involving the trafficking of newborns and minors. Investigations are now focused on identifying the biological mother of the newborn, who may have given the child to the couple to be transported to Italy and sold. The situation highlights the need for greater vigilance and more effective policies to combat human trafficking, especially that involving the most vulnerable.