Police arrest 14 suspected cultists after burial disturbance in Edo
At least 14 people suspected of cult-related activities have been arrested by the Edo State Police Command after hijacking a corpse and attacking two commercial motorcyclists. According to spokesperson Eno Ikoedem, the suspects inflicted serious injuries on the victims before police intervened. The police recovered weapons at the scene and took the injured to Irrua Specialist Teaching Hospital. Commissioner Monday Agbonika praised the swift response and use of technology by the command.
What happened
- Eno Ikoedem stated that 14 male suspects were arrested after a violent disturbance during a burial ceremony.
- The suspects hijacked a corpse and attacked two commercial motorcyclists, causing grievous injuries.
- Police operatives intervened, restored order, and recovered eleven cutlasses, one dagger knife, and one shovel.
- The injured victims received medical attention at Irrua Specialist Teaching Hospital.
- Commissioner Monday Agbonika commended the operatives and urged the public to remain vigilant and provide credible information to security agencies.
