Police speak on efforts to track down hoodlums behind killings in Enugu

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The police said some of the arrested suspects confessed to the crimes.

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The Commissioner of Police in Enugu State, Kanayo Uzuegbu, disclosed this while parading the suspects at the State Police Headquarters on Friday.The police commissioner said 29 of the suspects were arrested for their alleged involvement in kidnapping and abduction, 28 for armed robbery, 25 for robbery and stealing, seven for murder and culpable homicide and, 20 for unlawful possession of firearms and ammunition.

“Interestingly, two male suspects involved in conspiracy and abduction were arraigned, convicted and sentenced to three years imprisonment,” he said.At Premium Times, we firmly believe in the importance of high-quality journalism. Recognizing that not everyone can afford costly news subscriptions, we are dedicated to delivering meticulously researched, fact-checked news that remains freely accessible to all.

Would you consider supporting us with a modest contribution on a monthly basis to help maintain our commitment to free, accessible news?“I wish to appreciate and commend officers and men of the Enugu State Police Command for the diligence, resilience and commitment shown towards the actualisation of these operational successes.”Mr Uzuegbu said several arms and ammunition were recovered from the suspects during separate operations.

 

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