Police arrest 17 suspected cultists and warn against crime in Abia
Abia State Police Command has taken action against cult-related violence in the state. Danladi Isa, the Commissioner of Police, issued a warning to cultists and other criminals, emphasizing that there is no place for such activities in Abia. The police arrested 17 male suspects and recovered weapons and other items. Efforts to combat cultism include public awareness campaigns and increased intelligence-led operations.
What happened
- Danladi Isa warned that cultism and crime will not be tolerated in Abia State.
- The police arrested 17 male suspects, aged between 18 and 28 years, linked to cult activities.
- Recovered items include five short guns, three live ammunition, thirteen mobile phones, two cutlasses, one axe, and a black beret.
- The police referenced attacks on 13/05/2026 at No. 29 Brass Road, Aba, and 24/05/2026 at Ehere, near Opobo Junction, involving suspected cultists.
- The Police Campaign Against Cultism and Other Vices (POCACOV) continues to raise awareness and encourage public cooperation.
