Imo Police Nabs Suspected Armed Robber, Recovers Locally Made Pistol

Operatives of Shell Camp Divisional Headquarters have apprehended one suspected armed robber, Ogochukwu Favour David ‘m’,  while on routine patrol in the early hours of 13/06/2024 along Bank Road Owerri.

The observant operatives sighted some hoodlums robbing a young lady, responded immediately, and arrested the suspect while others took to their heels. On searching the suspect, one locally made pistol was recovered in his possession. Efforts are underway to apprehend the fleeing suspects and the manufacturer of the locally-made gun.

The suspect is undergoing a thorough investigation and will certainly have his day in court.

While commending the men for a job well done, the Commissioner of Police tasked them to sustain the tempo in the fight against all forms of violent crimes. He urged the good people of Imo State to continue to support the Police and other security agencies with actionable information that will assist in safeguarding the State as security is everybody’s business.