A Mutare woman believed to be of apostolic faith sect who was arrested over allegations of stealing a baby in Dangamvura suburb on Wednesday received instant justice from the mob before her apprehension.

The woman, who was only identified as Melody, was reported to have been spotted hiding a baby in her white church robe with a red cross.

Scores of people mobbed her as she was handcuffed while being led to Dangamvura police station.

Police spokesperson Assistant Commissioner Paul Nyathi confirmed the arrest promising to furnish this publication with finer details later.

Melody

“Police are investigating a case involving a woman suspected to have been found hiding a baby in her garments in Dangamvura suburb in Mutare,” said Ass-Comm Nyathi.

“The woman only identified as Melody was mobbed by the public who effected her arrest at a shopping Centre in Dangamvura when she was caught stealing a vendor’s two-year-old child.

“She was assaulted by people, sustained injuries and was taken to Dangamvura police station.

“Police are warning members of the public not to take the law into their hands whenever they found anyone committing an offense,” said Ass Comm Nyathi.