Tragic: 7 Premature Babies Die After Oxygen Supply is Sabotaged
Lilongwe, Malawi — A tragic incident has left the nation in mourning after 7 premature babies died at Bwaila Hospital due to the reckless act of cutting oxygen supply wires. The incident has shocked the public and raised serious questions about hospital security and emergency preparedness.
Grant Mpasu Arrested After 7 Premature Babies Die Due to Oxygen Disruption
The Malawi Police have confirmed the arrest of Grant Mpasu, a 38-year-old electrician, for allegedly tampering with the hospital’s oxygen system. According to hospital staff, Mpasu was caught by a vigilant nurse who noticed him behaving suspiciously within the hospital premises on the night the 7 premature babies died.
Hidden Wires Discovered After 7 Premature Babies Die in Hospital Ward
Following the incident, security officers discovered copper wires hidden in the ceiling of the hospital, believed to have been removed by Mpasu. These wires were essential for supplying oxygen to the neonatal unit where the 7 premature babies died, leaving staff helpless during the emergency.
Authorities Blame Negligence as 7 Premature Babies Die at Bwaila Hospital
The Ministry of Health has expressed deep sorrow over the deaths and has launched a full-scale investigation into how Mpasu managed to access and tamper with the oxygen system. Officials have confirmed that the 7 premature babies died due to suffocation after the oxygen supply was cut.
Hospital Tightens Security After 7 Premature Babies Die from Oxygen Shortage
In response to public outrage, the hospital has promised immediate security upgrades and tighter control over critical medical equipment. The government also assured the public that all those responsible for the tragedy where 7 premature babies died will be held accountable.