South African hospital worker arrested with human placentas

In South Africa, a hospital worker has been arrested for allegedly possessing human placentas. The incident occurred at a maternity ward, where the cleaner was found in possession of the body tissue. Authorities suspect the individual was seeking potential buyers for the placental material. The arrest was made by the police, who were alerted to the situation. Placentas are typically disposed of by hospitals after childbirth, but the arrested individual is accused of illegally obtaining and attempting to sell the human tissue. The case has raised concerns about the handling and disposal of medical waste, as well as the potential for exploitation of vulnerable individuals. The investigation is ongoing, and the hospital worker faces charges related to the unauthorized possession and potential sale of the human placentas. This incident highlights the importance of proper medical waste management and the need to prevent the exploitation of human remains, even in cases where the tissue may have potential commercial value.