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Four arrested in Tamil Nadu for illegal baby trafficking

Police in Ambur have arrested four individuals suspected of engaging in illegal baby trafficking. The arrests mark another case of human trafficking involving infants in the region.

LSN India · 30 August 2026

Four arrested in Tamil Nadu for illegal baby trafficking

Authorities in Ambur, Tamil Nadu, have arrested four persons in connection with the illegal sale of a baby, police confirmed. The arrests were made following a tip-off about an unlicensed transaction involving an infant.

The four accused are currently being interrogated by law enforcement officials to determine the full extent of their operation. Preliminary investigations suggest involvement in an organized network engaged in illegal adoption and trafficking practices.

This case adds to growing concerns about human trafficking networks operating across South India. Tamil Nadu Police have been strengthening enforcement against such illicit activities, working in coordination with child welfare agencies and social organizations.

Further details regarding the age of the child, the involvement of intermediaries, and potential links to wider trafficking syndicates are expected to emerge as investigations progress. The rescued infant has been placed under protective custody.