The Anambra State Police Command has arrested a 25-year-old man, Olisa Oyelu, also known as “Obele,” over his alleged involvement in a 2023 kidnapping operation that resulted in the death of the victim.
The suspect was arrested in the early hours of September 23 by operatives of the State Criminal Investigation Department following sustained intelligence gathering and investigation.
According to the police, Oyelu was allegedly the last identified member of a notorious armed robbery and kidnapping gang led by a suspect known as “Pincode.”
The command said Oyelu was allegedly an active participant in the kidnapping operation. Pincode and four other suspects are currently remanded in a correctional centre awaiting judgment.
The police said investigations would be concluded before Oyelu is handed over to the correctional authorities to face further legal proceedings.
Commissioner of Police, Anambra State Command, CP Nnanna Ama, commended the investigating officers for their perseverance and intelligence-led approach.
He urged members of the public to continue providing credible information to security agencies to assist efforts against criminal activities.
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