Police arrest five men for robbing passengers while posing as vigilantes
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Five suspected robbers have been arrested by the Anambra State Police Command for allegedly impersonating vigilante operatives to rob passengers in a shuttle bus at Ring Road, Nibo. The suspects, identified as Solomon Saddah, Okolocha George Kaosisochukwu, John Obi Ogwaju, Chukwuemeka Chisom Ikenwa, and Eze Obinna Joshua, were apprehended by the Rapid Response Squad. Police recovered firearms, ammunition, and other incriminating items from the group. The authorities assured residents of their continued commitment to safety and ongoing investigations.
What happened
- The Anambra State Police Command arrested five suspects for robbing passengers while pretending to be vigilantes at Ring Road, Nibo.
- The suspects—Solomon Saddah, Okolocha George Kaosisochukwu, John Obi Ogwaju, Chukwuemeka Chisom Ikenwa, and Eze Obinna Joshua—were caught with two pump-action guns, five cartridges, a shuttle bus, and face masks.
- During interrogation, the men admitted to their crimes and are cooperating with police to reveal more about their criminal network.
- Police spokesperson Tochukwu Ikenga urged the public to provide credible information and promised further updates.
- In a related crackdown, over 300 suspects were arrested and 35 kidnap victims rescued by the command on December 17.
