crime

Imo State Police Arrest Suspects in Shocking Murder, Rape Cases

Published

1 year ago

August 14, 2025

Imo State police arrest suspects in separate murder and rape cases in Orlu, charging them in court and pledging continued security efforts

Police operatives apprehended 39-year-old Ifeanyi Odinka of Amaifeke, Orlu, for allegedly stabbing his 75-year-old father, Dennis Odinka, to death following a dispute over proceeds from a land sale. The incident occurred on August 12, 2025, and the suspect has reportedly confessed to the crime.

Also read: Police Officers Forgery Prosecution Case Encounters Serious Court Delay

He has been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department in Owerri for further investigation and prosecution.

In a separate case, 32-year-old Pastor Ikenna Emmanuel, of Authentic Power City Church, and his accomplice, Franklin Chizoba, were arrested for allegedly raping a 20-year-old woman under the guise of offering special prayers.

Police say the pastor laced the victim’s drink, making her dizzy before both men committed the assault. The suspects have also admitted to engaging in homosexual acts.

Both Emmanuel and Chizoba were charged in court on August 12, 2025, and remanded at the Owerri Correctional Facility pending trial.

Imo State Police spokesperson Henry Okoye reaffirmed the command’s determination to tackle crime, urging residents to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities promptly to the nearest police station or via 0803 477 3600.

Also read: Court Slams Zenith Bank, Police with ₦85m Fine Over Illegal Account Freeze

The Imo State police arrest of these suspects underscores the command’s ongoing efforts to ensure public safety and bring offenders to justice.

Up Next

Edo Seminarians Plead for Ransom in Viral Video

Don't Miss

NAFDAC Seizure in Lagos Nets 10,000 Cartons of Unregistered Goods

theheute

Click to comment

crime

Nasarawa Police Launch Forest Offensive Against Bandits

Published

1 day ago

October 21, 2026

Peculiar Adirika

Nasarawa police operation targets kidnappers, bandits and armed robbers in forest hideouts, with tactical teams deployed across three sectors.

The Nasarawa State Police Command has launched a special security operation targeting bandits, kidnappers, armed robbers and other criminal groups operating in forests across the state.

Also read: Laide Bakare Rejects Eniola Badmus’ ‘Fake’ Apology

The Commissioner of Police, CP Shetima Mohammed, flagged off the exercise in Lafia on Wednesday, October 21, before leading officers towards Alagye Forest in Doma Local Government Area.

Mohammed said the operation followed a directive from the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Disu, aimed at strengthening security and restoring lasting peace across Nasarawa State.

He disclosed that tactical squads, anti-kidnapping units and intelligence operatives had been deployed to identified security flashpoints and forest corridors considered vulnerable to criminal activity.

According to the police commissioner, the operation is expected to continue until the end of December, with officers instructed to carry out their duties professionally and comply strictly with the rules of engagement.

To improve coordination and coverage, the command has divided the state into three operational sectors.

Sector A, covering the Lafia zone, is headed by ACP Lamidu Alkali, Squadron Commander of MOPOL 58 in Lafia. Sector B, covering the Akwanga zone, is led by ACP Kadir Umar, Squadron Commander of MOPOL 38 in Akwanga.

Sector C, which covers the Keffi zone, is under ACP Olobekga Saligo, Squadron Commander of MOPOL 69 in Toto.

The Deputy Commissioner of Police in charge of Operations, DCP Sanusi Jidda, will coordinate activities across the three sectors to support the dismantling of criminal camps and improve the effectiveness of the operation.

Mohammed urged residents to assist the security agencies by providing timely and credible information about suspicious movements and activities in their communities.

He assured the public that information supplied to the police would be treated confidentially and encouraged residents to remain law-abiding while continuing their legitimate activities.

The commissioner reaffirmed the command’s commitment to protecting lives and property as the operation gets underway.

Also read: Laide Bakare Rejects Eniola Badmus’ ‘Fake’ Apology

The success of the Nasarawa police operation will depend on effective intelligence gathering, coordination among security teams and cooperation from local communities. The command has yet to disclose details of arrests, weapons recovered or other operational results.