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Police arrest 24 suspects in Imo forests raids

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  • Police in Imo State have arrested 24 suspects during coordinated operations in forested areas of Owerri West Local Government Area.
  • The raids targeted suspected criminal hideouts and black spots to combat rising cases of kidnapping and violent crimes.
  • Recovered items include suspected cannabis, unregistered motorcycles, and other incriminating materials, with suspects transferred for further investigation and prosecution.

Operatives of the Imo State Police Command have apprehended 24 individuals during extensive combing operations across forested areas in Eziobodo, Ihiagwa, Nekede, and Okolochi communities within the Owerri West Local Government Area. The coordinated effort aimed to dismantle criminal hideouts and curb escalating insecurity.

The operation targeted suspected criminal hideouts and black spots within the forested areas with the aim of completely eradicating criminal activities and restoring public confidence in the affected communities.

· DSP Henry OkoyeThe Police Public Relations Officer explains the objective of the forest combing operations.

The operation, led by ACP Michael Abattam and involving over 250 police officers and vigilante operatives, specifically targeted suspected criminal dens and black spots. The police spokesperson, DSP Henry Okoye, confirmed the arrests and stated that the operation was a proactive measure ordered by the state Commissioner of Police, Audu Bosso, to address the surge in kidnappings and violent crimes plaguing the region.

During the operation, a total of 24 suspects were arrested from different locations within the forest.

· DSP Henry OkoyeThe Police Public Relations Officer confirms the number of arrests made.

Among the items recovered from the suspects were suspected cannabis sativa, more than six unregistered motorcycles, and other incriminating evidence. All arrested individuals have been transferred to the command’s Violent Crime Response Unit for thorough investigation and potential prosecution. The police have reaffirmed their commitment to sustained aggressive operations against criminal elements across the state and urged residents to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities.

Exhibits recovered from some of the suspects include weeds suspected to be cannabis sativa, over six unregistered motorcycles, and other incriminating items.

· DSP Henry OkoyeThe Police Public Relations Officer lists some of the items seized during the operation.
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