Man arrested for alleged kidnapping and assault of job seeker
A 24-year-old man, Otamiri Prince, has been arrested by the Rivers State Police Command for allegedly kidnapping and raping a female job seeker. The suspect reportedly met the victim online and lured her to a location where she was assaulted with the help of accomplices. The police acted after receiving a report from the victim, leading to the arrest of Otamiri Prince. Authorities are searching for other suspects and have advised job seekers to exercise caution when meeting people online.
What happened
- Otamiri Prince allegedly lured the victim, Thomas Alice, to Igwuruta after meeting her online.
- The victim reported that she was kidnapped on 3rd January, 2026, and the police received her report on 11th April, 2026.
- She was taken to a bush in Ulakwo, Etche Local Government Area, where she was assaulted and her valuables were stolen before being released.
- Police recovered items including an iPhone and a wig suspected to belong to the victim from Otamiri Prince.
- The Rivers State Police Command is working to apprehend other suspects and has urged the public, especially job seekers, to be cautious when using online platforms.
