Anambra State Police Command has arrested the prime suspects in the murder of a pregnant nurse whose body was mutilated in Ogbunike, Oyi Local Government Area
According to police, the operation was successful as a result of the sustained community collaboration and intelligence-driven efforts that led to the apprehension of the suspect, who is currently in their custody
This was contained in a statement made available to newsmen by the command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, in Awka, Anambra State Capital
The suspect, identified as a 26-year-old Chibunna Nwafor, Male, was nabbed at his hideout at Umueri community, as part of the command ongoing investigation into the tragic incident
The statement disclosed that the police command handed over the suspect to a higher formation for discret investigation procedure
The state police Commissioner Ikioye Orutugu commended the members of the community whose cooperation and timely information significantly contributed to this breakthrough, while reiterating the Command’s commitment to ensuring that all individuals involved in this heinous crime are brought to justice.
He revealed that Investigations are ongoing, and further updates will be provided as developments unfold.
TVC News previously reported that the Anambra State Police Command has identified 28-year-old Ifesinachi Ezeolu as the person responsible for a violent masquerade that reportedly terrorised residents of Awgbu community in Orumba South Local Government Area.
The revelation came amid public outrage over alleged incidents of assault, intimidation, and harassment linked to the masquerade’s recent appearance in the community.
Police spokesperson Tochukwu Ikenga, in a statement on Saturday, emphasized that while the Command “respects and recognises the rich cultural and traditional practices of the people, no cultural activity should be used as a shield for lawlessness or abuse of citizens’ rights.”
