Operatives of the Anambra State Police Command have arrested a 16-year-old boy over his alleged involvement in a robbery attack at a hotel in Amansea, Awka North Local Government Area of the state.
The suspect, identified as Udochukwu Nwankwo, was reportedly arrested during a routine security patrol carried out by police operatives attached to B Division, Amansea, in the early hours of Wednesday, September 2, 2026.
Police said officers recovered a shiny metallic lighter designed to resemble a pistol from the teenager. The object was allegedly used to threaten victims during robbery operations.
Preliminary investigations indicated that the suspect allegedly acted alongside two other persons who are currently on the run.
The three suspects were said to have allegedly attacked a female guest at a hotel in the area and dispossessed her of her mobile phone and other personal belongings.
During interrogation, Nwankwo allegedly confessed to using the pistol-like lighter to intimidate victims.
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The Anambra State Police Command said investigations had been intensified to arrest the fleeing suspects and recover the stolen phone and other valuables.
The development was disclosed in a statement issued by the state Police Public Relations Officer, SP Ikenga Tochukwu.
The police assured residents that efforts were ongoing to ensure that all persons found culpable in connection with the alleged crime were brought to justice.
The Command also urged members of the public to continue providing useful information to security agencies to support efforts aimed at tackling crime and maintaining peace across the state.
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