Police kill three kidnappers, arrest nine suspects in Abia

The Abia State Police Command continues its relentless pursuit of criminals, delivering significant blows against various forms of illicit activities within the state. The recent operations, yielding the neutralization of three kidnappers and the apprehension of nine suspects, underscore the command's commitment to fulfilling its constitutional mandate and ensuring the safety of our citizens.

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From 1st April to date, the Command has recorded the following achievements through intelligence-led operations: Ten (10) AK-47 rifles recovered, Two (2) locally made pistols, Three (3) single-barrel guns, One (1) pump-action gun, Forty-four (44) rounds of live ammunition, and Three (3) vehicles recovered.

The extensive list of recovered exhibits, ranging from AK-47 rifles and locally made pistols to vehicles and substantial amounts of cash, demonstrates the breadth of criminal enterprises being tackled. These successes are not merely statistics; they represent the disruption of dangerous networks and the recovery of assets that would have fueled further criminal endeavors.

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leveraging on actionable intelligence, operatives of Isiala-Ngwa Divisional Police Headquarters, on 14/04/2026, apprehended Ngumoha Ogechi, “male” 63 years old, who allegedly abducted and defiled a 16-year-old girl, collected her parents’ ATM cards and withdrew approximately two hundred thousand naira (₦200,000).

Beyond violent crimes, the command is also addressing sensitive cases such as defilement, with specific operations leading to the arrest of individuals preying on minors. The detailed reporting of these cases, including the alleged withdrawal of funds using victims' ATM cards, highlights the multifaceted nature of crime and the police's dedication to thorough investigation. The Abia State Police Command remains steadfast in its partnership with the public, urging continued vigilance and the provision of timely information to bolster crime prevention strategies.

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leveraging on actionable intelligence, operatives of Eastern Ngwa Divisional Police Headquarters arrested Godstime Chinasa, a male” 20 yrs old, from Obingwa, who allegedly took a 15-year-old girl to a bush at Osa Ukwu and defiled her.