HOW IMO POLICE FOILS KIDNAP/ORGAN TRAFFICKING PLOT, ONE SUSPECT NABBED, RESCUE VICTIM

..ARREST SEC SCH TEACHER FOR ALLEGEDLY ABUSING STEP DAUGHTER 

Operatives of the Imo State Police Command successfully dismantled a suspected kidnapping and organ trafficking syndicate in the Douglass area of Imo State, while one Mrs Blessing Emmanuel, a secondary school teacher has been also arrested for dehumanizing her step daughter.

During the operation, one suspect, Justine Emmanuel, a 38-year-old male from Amimo in Ikeduru LGA of Imo State, was arrested, and a 19-year-old young lady, whose name is withheld for privacy, was rescued.

The arrest followed the swift response of vigilant operatives on visibility patrol, who observed the syndicate in a blue and white bus forcefully taking the young girl to an undisclosed location where they intended to kill her and harvest her organs. During the chase, the victim managed to jump from the bus and was immediately rescued. The police engaged in a hot pursuit, leading to the abandonment of the vehicle and the arrest of one suspect, while others escaped into the nearby bush.

The Command is conducting further investigations to identify additional members of the syndicate and assess the full extent of their criminal activities. This successful rescue underscores the Imo State Police Command’s commitment to combating violent crime and ensuring community safety. The public is urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities. Further updates will be provided as the investigation unfolds.

Meanwhile, operatives of the Owerri Urban Area Command have arrested Mrs. Blessing Emmanuel, a secondary school teacher, for dehumanizing her 12-year-old stepdaughter, Amarachi Emmanuel. The arrest occurred on Tuesday after a complaint was filed by Owerri-based activist journalist Chidiebube Okeoma at the Owerri Area Command headquarters. Disturbing details of the alleged abuse prompted immediate action from law enforcement.

During questioning, Mrs. Emmanuel admitted to the offense, raising serious concerns about the treatment of minors in her care. The Owerri Urban Area Command is committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of children in the community and is conducting further investigations to assess the full extent of the situation. Authorities urge the public to report any instances of abuse or neglect to ensure prompt intervention.