The Anambra State Police Command has arrested a 24-year-old man, identified as Chinedu Simon, over alleged involvement in armed robbery and possession of a large quantity of suspected cannabis in Ozubulu, Ekwusigo Local Government Area of the state.
The arrest was carried out by operatives of the Rapid Response Squad, Awkuzu, during a targeted raid in the early hours of November 5, 2026.
In a statement issued on Saturday, the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, disclosed that preliminary interrogation revealed the suspect’s alleged involvement in the illicit drug trade.
Ikenga added that intelligence gathered by the operatives suggested that suspected criminals regularly gathered at the suspect’s residence before embarking on criminal activities.
Related News:
Anambra Police Arrest Notorious Suspected Kidnapper, Recover Firearm
Anambra Police Rescue Kidnap Victim, Arrest Seven Suspected Criminals
Four People Die, One Injured In Anambra Road Accident
The police spokesperson stated that the suspect remains in custody as investigations continue to determine the extent of his alleged involvement and identify possible accomplices and links to other criminal networks.
Meanwhile, the Anambra State Commissioner of Police, CP Nnanna Ama, reaffirmed the command’s commitment to intelligence-led policing and sustained operations against criminal activities across the state.
He also urged residents to provide credible and timely information to security agencies, assuring them that all information received would be treated with confidentiality.
About the Author
