By A Correspondent- The body of a newly born baby was seen being eaten by a dog in Shamva, Mashonaland Central province last week.

Following a tip off the police managed to apprehend the mother Happiness Kandunduma (25) who wrapped the child with a sack and dumped her at a dump site in Shamva.

Acting Mashonaland Central police spokesperson Naison Dhliwayo confirmed the case.

“I can confirm the arrest of Kandunduma who gave birth to a baby girl alone in the bush and wrapped her in a sack before throwing her away. The baby’s corpse was discovered by Anna Nyaude. She saw a dog feasting on the body and filed a police report. The police investigated the matter and arrested the suspect,” Dhliwayo said.

Police warned people to respect the sanctity of life  

“The people must respect the sanctity of life and must understand that a child is a blessing from God not from man.

Whenever they face economic or social problem they should seek counseling.”