By Uzo Ugwunze
In a decisive move, the Anambra State Police have successfully dismantled two dangerous syndicates operating in Ozubulu and Umunze towns, targeting unsuspecting members of the public through extortion and deadly threats.
According to Anambra State
Police Command's Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Tochukwu Ikenga, two
suspects were apprehended at Umunze, the Orumba South LGA Headquarters, following
an extensive investigation.
The arrested individuals had
reportedly sent threatening text messages to their victim, claiming affiliation
with ESN and demanding a substantial sum. Failure to comply, they warned, would
result in the kidnapping and murder of the victim's daughter. Both suspects are
currently in custody and are slated for imminent court arraignment.
Meanwhile, in Ozubulu, the
Ekwusigo LGA Headquarters, law enforcement arrested a male suspect who utilized
two different phone lines to issue life-threatening warnings to a local
businessman. Identifying himself as an ESN Commander, the suspect ordered the
victim to pay or face fatal consequences.
A thorough investigation,
utilizing a combination of technology and human assets, led detectives to the
suspect's hideout where he was apprehended. Both SIM cards associated with the
threats were recovered. The suspect is now in police custody, awaiting formal
charges in court.
Commending the diligent efforts
of the Divisional Police Officers (DPOs) involved, Commissioner of Police CP
Aderemi Adeoye expressed appreciation for their meticulous work, which resulted
in identifying and apprehending the crime suspects. He affirmed the commitment
of the Command Headquarters to continually motivate personnel across the state,
ensuring optimal performance in maintaining public safety.
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