Operatives of the Imo state Police command have dismantled a notorious armed robbery syndicate terrorising the residents of Owerri North local government area of Imo state, following enhanced security measures initiated by the Commissioner of Police, CP Aboki Danjuma, targeting violent crimes, especially at night.
A statement issued by the command’s spokesman, ASP Henry Okoye, Wednesday, said “On October 15, 2024, at approximately 3:20 a.m., a patrol team from the Owerri North Divisional Headquarters responded swiftly to a distress call about an armed robbery on Dominion Street near Don Kay in Owerri North LGA.
“Upon arrival, the police encountered armed robbers who opened fire on them. The officers, demonstrating bravery, maneuvered into strategic positions and effectively returned fire.
“During the confrontation, one suspect was neutralised while another named, Moses Nanzi ‘m’, 31yrs of Farin Gada in Plateau state, sustained a gunshot injury and was arrested. The remaining gang members fled into the bushes. A double-barrel gun and seven rounds of live cartridges were recovered from the arrested suspect.
“Efforts are ongoing to apprehend the fleeing suspects. The suspect will certainly face prosecution upon completion of a thorough investigation,” he concluded.