From Ifeoma Ejiofor
The Anambra State Police Command has arrested a 26-year-old wanted suspect, identified as Udochukwu Okafor, popularly known as “Small-Moto,” during a targeted operation in Ebenebe community in Awka North LGA of Anambra State
The Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) for the command, Tochukwu Ikenga(SP) said that the breakthrough was recorded on Sunday morning.
“The operation was conducted by operatives of the Rapid Response Squad, Awkuzu, following intelligence-led efforts to apprehend the suspect, who was reportedly on the Command’s wanted list over alleged involvement in armed robbery, kidnapping, cult-related activities and secessionist-related offences.
“During preliminary interrogation, the suspect allegedly admitted to snatching a pump-action firearm from a vigilante operative in Ebenebe. He also reportedly disclosed possession of a locally made short gun, which he and other members of his alleged gang were said to have used in their criminal operations.
“The suspect further allegedly admitted to membership of the Supreme Vikings Confraternity, also known as “Aro-Baggers,” a group suspected of involvement in cult-related violence in Awka and its environs.
“The Command has intensified investigations to recover the firearms reportedly mentioned by the suspect, establish the full extent of his alleged involvement in criminal activities, and apprehend other suspected members of the gang who remain at large.
“The suspect remains in police custody as investigations continue. The Command assures residents that efforts to identify and apprehend individuals involved in criminal activities will be sustained in the interest of public safety and security”, Ikenga said.
