Operatives of the Anti-Kidnapping Unit and the Special Anti-Robbery Squad of the Imo State Police Command have arrested a community leader in Obor, Awarra, Ohaji/Egbema Local Government Area of Imo St
ate, Andrew Okuegbunuwa, and one Pastor Caleb Agu, for alleged kidnapping.
The CP said while Okuegbunuwa allegedly provided the gang’s operational vehicle, the cleric was the leader of the syndicate. The CP disclosed that four AK-47 rifles, one rifle belonging to the slain NDLEA officers, 120 rounds of live ammunition, one Lexus SUV and other exhibits were recovered from the suspects.He said the gang gave Okuegbunuwa N3m from the over N7m they got as ransom in one of their operations.
“Investigation further revealed that the suspect provided the operational vehicle, Lexus RX 330 with number plate, URM 404 EL, for the kidnappers.
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