Police arrest 300 suspects and rescue 35 kidnap victims in Anambra
Anambra State’s Commissioner of Police, Ikioye Orutugu, announced on December 17, 2025, that joint security forces have made significant progress against crime this year. The operations led to the arrest of about 300 suspected criminals and the rescue of around 35 kidnapped victims since the start of 2025. Authorities also recovered thousands of weapons and stolen vehicles, and successfully prosecuted several cases. The police credited community support and inter-agency cooperation for these achievements.
What happened
- Ikioye Orutugu said about 300 suspected kidnappers and criminals were arrested across Anambra in 2025.
- Around 35 kidnapped victims were rescued, and over 2,000 arms and ammunition were recovered by security forces.
- The joint team included the Police, DSS, Army, Navy, Civil Defence, Immigration, and local security groups.
- Police highlighted successful prosecutions, recovery of stolen vehicles, and the dismantling of kidnapping syndicates.
- Community cooperation and improved policing strategies were credited for the reduction in violent crimes and kidnappings.
