Anambra Police command arrests 30-year old over allegation of abduction, rape

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By Madu Obi

Anambra Police operatives attached to the Rapid Response Squad, Awkuzu, have arrested a 30- year old Okechukwu Chinweko, popularly known as bullet,” over alleged involvement in a case of abduction, rape, and unlawful possession of firearm.

The operatives, acting on credible information, stormed an identified hideout in Umudike Community, Awka, where the suspect was arrested.

During the operation, the operatives recovered one locally fabricated Beretta pistol and eight 9mm live ammunition.

The state Police Public Relations Officer,SP Tochukwu Ikenga said in a statement that preliminary information revealed that the suspect was positively identified in connection with an incident that occurred on 2nd May 2026, where he allegedly abducted and raped a female victim before Police operatives rescued her.

The victim, Ikenga said, was found with varying degrees of injuries on her body, while the suspect who has a tattoo on his arm with inscription 'bullet', fled the scene.

The PPRO expressed the commitment of the Police Command in ensuring the safety of residents and bringing perpetrators of crime to justice, no matter how long it takes.

According to him, the case will be charged to court at the conclusion of the investigation.