Police nab two suspected criminals in Anambra, recover arms, cash
The police command in Anambra State has detained two suspected cultists and armed robbers in separate operations, recovering arms and other dangerous items.
The command’s Public Relations Officer, Tochukwu Ikenga, confirmed the arrests and detention in a statement on Sunday in Onitsha.
According to Mr Ikenga, the Commissioner of Police, Ikioye Orutugu, reaffirmed the command’s commitment to combating crime and ensuring public safety in the state.
He stated, “On March 22, police operatives attached to the Obosi Division, during an intelligence-led patrol along the Obosi/Nkpor Road, arrested one Kosiso Okonkwo ‘M’ and recovered a Beretta pistol from him.
The suspect confessed to being a member of the Aye Confraternity.”
He said police operatives from ‘B’ Division also arrested another suspect in a separate operation.
He stated, “The operatives, in collaboration with mobile police officers from the 29 Squadron, conducted a stop-and-search operation at about 9:20 p.m. along the Enugu-Onitsha Expressway in Amansea. During the operation, a tricycle with registration number BBG 767 QH, driven by one male suspect, wearing army camouflage trousers, was intercepted.
“During interrogation, the suspect could not provide a satisfactory explanation, prompting a search. The operatives recovered a Beretta pistol, seven live rounds of ammunition, ₦15,600 in cash, substances suspected to be hard drugs, and charms.”
He quoted the commissioner of police as directing the immediate transfer of the case to the command’s tactical unit for a thorough investigation.
Mr Ikenga reassured residents that the command remained highly motivated and would continue to intensify efforts to combat crime and ensure public safety.
(NAN)
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