Woman Arrested Over Alleged Abortion Attempt on 15-Year-Old in Nkhata Bay
Published on May 8, 2026 at 11:50 AM by Evance Kapito
Police in Nkhata Bay District have arrested Macleana Davis, 41, for allegedly supplying charm sticks to a 15‑year‑old girl to induce an abortion.
Nkhata Bay Police Deputy spokesperson, Devoter Mithi, said Davis inserted an unidentified stick into the girl’s private parts to terminate a four‑month pregnancy.
“On the morning of May 6, 2026, the girl developed severe abdominal pains and became restless. Her mother questioned her, and the girl disclosed what had happened. The matter was then reported to Nkhata Bay Police Station,” Mithi explained.
The victim was referred to Nkhata Bay District Hospital, where she is admitted.
