Crime Archives - Page 11 of 67

Nov

20

2024

Hon. Osonwa Standing in Solidarity: Condemning Violence Against Police Officers in Ohafia

Abia State, Metro, News, OhafiaCrime, Ebem Ohafia, Ibe Okwara Osonwa, Metro, Politics, RIP

"It is with a heavy heart that I share the tragic news that has come to my attention regarding an attack on police officers at Uguru Abba on the way to Asaga. The incident has resulted in the loss of one dedicated officer's life and left another critically wounded. Such acts of violence against those who serve to protect our community are not only a grave concern but also deeply unsettling. I extend my sincerest condolences to the family of the fallen officer during this unimaginable time. Losing a loved one is a profound tragedy, and the pain felt by…

Oct

04

2024

By Amos Oge Kalu

Police Arrest Two Women For Buying Baby For N2 Million In Delta State

Lifestyle, Metro, NewsCrime, Lifestyle, Metro, Police

Two women, Tessi Ikechukwu and Lauretta Akomen, were arrested by the Delta State Police Command for buying a newborn baby boy for N2 million from a baby factory in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. The dramatic arrest occurred when a commercial motorcycle rider overheard the women discussing the transaction and swiftly diverted them to the Ekpan Police Station. According to the police spokesperson, Bright Edafe, the rider reported that four women had boarded his tricycle, but two alighted at Effurun Roundabout, handing over the baby to the remaining passengers. One of the women mentioned that the balance had been paid and…

Sep

04

2024

By Amos Oge Kalu

Tragedy Strikes Imo State As Gunmen Attack Isiala Mbano Local Government Headquarters

Metro, NewsCrime, Imo State, UGM

A devastating attack occurred on Tuesday night, September 3, at the Isiala Mbano Local Government Area headquarters in Imo State. Unidentified gunmen stormed the secretariat, killing two vigilante members and setting vehicles ablaze. The attack, which began around 8:30 p.m., also left parts of the council building in ruins. Eyewitnesses described the scene as chaotic, with sporadic gunfire and widespread destruction. "The hoodlums killed two security personnel on duty and set fire to a significant portion of the council building," one eyewitness recounted. "Several vehicles were also burned, and many others escaped with injuries." The attack has sent shockwaves through…

Aug

30

2024

By Amos Oge Kalu

Gunmen Launch Deadly Attack on Anambra LGA Secretariat, Set Buildings Ablaze

Metro, NewsAnambra State, Crime, Metro

The Anambra State Police Command has confirmed a devastating arson attack on the Ogbaru Local Government secretariat, perpetrated by a large group of gunmen. The attackers, who struck in the early hours of Friday, set multiple buildings ablaze, including a town hall reserved for traditional rulers and various administrative facilities. SP Tochukwu Ikenga, spokesperson for the state police command, confirmed the incident, stating, "Security operatives valiantly resisted the gunmen, but some LGA properties were destroyed, and several buildings were affected. Fortunately, no lives were lost, and a joint security operation is still underway." Eyewitnesses reported that the attackers fired indiscriminately…

Aug

23

2024

By Amos Oge Kalu

Enugu Resident Recounts Harrowing Experience of Narrowly Escaping from Herdsmen

Metro, NewsCrime, Enugu State, Herdsmen, Insecurity, Security

A resident of Eziama Aguobu-Owa in Enugu State's Ezeagu Local Government Area has shared his terrifying experience of being kidnapped by herdsmen. According to Sahara Reporters, the man was accused of killing a cow and was almost slaughtered before making a miraculous escape. The victim explained that while he was being held by the herdsmen, his wife and son managed to escape and ran back to their community to report his abduction. "My wife and son escaped and came to make a report that I was seized by herdsmen inside the bush," he said. Unaware that his family had already…