A couple in Arkansas wants to sell their baby for $1,000 and a beer. The police prevented the trade.
In the US state of Arkansas, Darien U. (21) and Shalene E. (20) tried to sell their baby for 1,000 dollars (895 euros) and beer. According to court documents, they have entered into a contract that stipulates there is “no turning back,” News Channel 3 reported.
The New York Post reported that the pair was arrested by the Benton County Sheriff’s Office on September 21.
Police arrested a couple who offered their baby for sale
According to witnesses, camp residents first took the baby to drink beer. He then handed it over to another camper. He agrees to buy the baby, but she wants a contract. The parents signed it before camp managers notified authorities, according to the New York Post.
Police arrested the pair before the deal was completed. Darien U. and Shalene E. were charged with endangering the welfare of children and attempted child trafficking. According to the New York Post, the child is now in the custody of child welfare services.
