Operatives of the Rapid Response Squad (RRS) of the Anambra State Police Command have uncovered a cache of weapons and materials tied to a suspected kidnapping and murder gang.
The discovery was made on Tuesday, June 3, 2025, in Oba, Idemili South Local Government Area, following useful intelligence obtained from a 26-year-old suspect, Ebuka Orizu, who is currently in police custody.
According to the state Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), SP Tochukwu Ikenga, the operation was launched after Orizu revealed the location of some of the gang’s tools. Police operatives stormed a compound in Oba, which is also the hometown of a popular native doctor, and recovered one locally made Beretta pistol, eleven live cartridges, and two laptops believed to have been used for criminal activities.
Preliminary investigations show that Orizu is part of a notorious gang responsible for several cases of kidnapping and killings around the Oraifite area and nearby communities. The police said a manhunt is ongoing to capture other fleeing members of the gang.
“This operation is part of our continued efforts to rid Anambra State of violent criminals,” SP Ikenga stated. “We call on residents to stay alert and report any suspicious movement or individuals to the nearest police station.”
The police also assured the public of their commitment to maintaining law and order and restoring public confidence in the state’s security system.
Meanwhile, in a related matter, the Owe Titun Development Association in Kabba, Kogi State, has condemned the gruesome killing of one Mr. Adewale Jethro, who was recently attacked and murdered in a suspected robbery. The association described the incident as a “barbaric violation of human dignity” and urged law enforcement agencies to carry out a thorough investigation and bring the perpetrators to justice.
The Anambra State Police Command reaffirmed its resolve to continue fighting crime and protecting residents across all communities. Authorities also encouraged members of the public to support the police by providing timely and accurate information.