The Enugu State Police Command has dismantled a notorious kidnapping gang and arrested suspects linked to burglary, car theft, and other crimes. The operation also led to the recovery of firearms, ammunition, and stolen items.
According to a statement released by the Police Public Relations Officer, Daniel Ndukwe, on Saturday, the breakthrough occurred after a series of intelligence-driven operations by the Command.
Kidnapping Gang Busted in Nsukka
On December 15, 2024, operatives from the Nsukka Area Command raided a gang’s hideout in the Nru Community, Nsukka Local Government Area. Acting on credible intelligence, police engaged the suspects in a gunfight, forcing them to flee with gunshot wounds.
Recovered items included: A loaded revolver pistol, A cut-to-size single-barrel gun, Two live cartridges, Military camouflage uniforms, A Moniepoint POS machine
ATM cards
Preliminary investigations linked the gang to multiple kidnapping incidents and other crimes in Nsukka. Police efforts are ongoing to track down the fleeing suspects.
Burglary Suspects Arrested In Enugu
In a separate operation, officers from the Abakaliki Road Division apprehended four burglary suspects: Nelson Uchechi (22), Waziri Adamu (21), Auwal Kachalla (30)
Abba Mohammed
The suspects were caught on November 14, 2024, after allegedly breaking into a residence in GRA, Enugu, and stealing bicycles, laptops, phones, and other valuables. Police recovered the stolen items, and the suspects have been arraigned in court and remanded in custody.
Car Theft Foiled at Coal Camp
In early December 2024, operatives from the Central Police Station arrested 35-year-old Chukwudi Chika for stealing a red Volkswagen Passat from a church premises in Coal Camp, Enugu. The stolen vehicle was recovered, and the suspect confessed to the crime. He has since been arraigned in court and remanded.
Police Commitment to Festive Season Security
The Commissioner of Police, CP Kanayo Uzuegbu, assured residents of enhanced security measures throughout the festive season and beyond.
“The Command remains committed to ensuring public safety and security in Enugu State,” CP Uzuegbu stated. He urged citizens to remain vigilant, report suspicious activities, and support law enforcement efforts to sustain peace in the state. For timely updates on security operations, the public is encouraged to provide useful information to assist ongoing investigations.
