The Imo State Police Command has announced a major breakthrough in its fight against violent crime, with over 2,000 suspects arrested for offences including kidnapping, terrorism, murder, and armed robbery within the last six months.
In a statement issued by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, ASP Henry Okoye, the police confirmed the rescue of 58 kidnapped victims and 42 stolen children, many of whom have since been reunited with their families.
Okoye credited the success to the strategic initiatives and relentless operations of the Command aimed at reducing insecurity across the state.
During the same period, a large cache of arms and explosives was recovered, including 2 General Purpose Machine Guns (GPMG), 14 AK-47 rifles, 20 pump-action shotguns, 4 fabricated rocket launchers, 7 gas-cylinder-based explosives, locally made hand grenades, and assorted live ammunition and cartridges.
Reaffirming its dedication to safeguarding lives and property, the Imo State Police Command urged residents to provide credible intelligence to support its ongoing security operations.
By: Kamal Yalwa
July 22, 2025 – 8:04 AM GMT+1
