Wednesday, October 16, 2024 -Operatives of the Imo State Police Command have dismantled a notorious armed robbery syndicate terrorising residents of Owerri North Local Government Area of the state.
The spokesperson of the command, ASP Henry Okoye, who disclosed this in a statement on Tuesday, October 15, 2024, credited the success to the enhanced security measures put in place by the Commissioner of Police, Aboki Danjuma, aimed at tackling violent crimes.
“On October 15, 2024, at about 3:20
am, a patrol team from the Owerri North Divisional Headquarters responded
swiftly to a distress call reporting an armed robbery on Dominion Street near
Don Kay in Owerri North LGA,” the statement read.
"Upon arrival, the officers were
met with gunfire from the armed robbers.
The officers, displaying remarkable bravery,
quickly assumed strategic positions and returned fire.
“During the confrontation, one suspect was neutralised, while another named Moses Nanzi ‘m’, 31, of Faringada in Plateau State, sustained gunshot injuries and was arrested. The remaining gang members fled into the bushes.
"A double-barrel gun and seven
rounds of live cartridges from the arrested suspect.
“Efforts are ongoing to track down the
fleeing gang members. The suspect will certainly face prosecution upon
completion of a thorough investigation.”
“The Imo State Police Command remains committed to ensuring
residents' safety and urges the public to stay vigilant and report any
suspicious activities to the nearest Police Station or via
0803 477 3600. Together we can enhance the safety and security of the
State for economic growth and development.”
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