Child Found in Suitcase on Bus: Woman Charged with Ill-Treatment
A young girl was discovered in a suitcase in a bus luggage compartment this afternoon, leading to a woman being charged with ill-treatment of a child. Detective Inspector Simon Harrison mentioned that the police were alerted at 12.50pm when a passenger requested access to the luggage compartment during a stop in Kaiwaka. The driver became suspicious when he noticed movement in the bag and found the two-year-old girl inside. The child was described as very hot but otherwise unharmed and was taken to the hospital for a medical assessment.
A 27-year-old woman was arrested and charged with ill-treatment/neglect of a child. She is scheduled to appear in the North Shore District Court the following day. Detective Inspector Harrison praised the bus driver for taking prompt action, preventing a potentially worse outcome. Police investigations are ongoing, and additional charges may be brought. Oranga Tamariki has been informed of the incident.
An Intercity spokesperson acknowledged an incident involving a passenger on one of their services earlier in the day. The police were called to handle the situation, and an investigation is underway. Fortunately, no one was injured during the incident, and the service has resumed. Due to the active police investigation, further comments from the company are not available.
In conclusion, the discovery of a young girl in a suitcase on a bus has led to a woman being charged with ill-treatment of a child. The police investigation is ongoing, and the child is receiving medical attention. The bus driver's quick response was crucial in ensuring the child's safety, and Oranga Tamariki has been notified of the incident.