By Peace Udugba -The daily torch media
The Anambra State Police Command has arrested four additional suspects over the alleged abduction and killing of three Cameroonian nationals in the state.
The victims were reportedly kidnapped in November 2025 and murdered, with their bodies dumped in a river in Anambra West Local Government Area. Their decomposing remains were later discovered floating by police operatives, prompting an investigation that initially led to the arrest of two suspects.
Police spokesperson, Tochukwu Ikenga, said the fresh arrests were made on February 13, 2026, following information provided by the earlier suspects. The operation, carried out by operatives of the Rapid Response Squad, took place at a shrine in Nando, Anambra East LGA.
According to the command, the team encountered armed men at the shrine and engaged them in a gun duel after coming under attack. Four suspects were arrested, including the alleged chief priest of the shrine, Chukwuemeka Emmanuel, also known as Ugoebenajah.
Recovered from the scene were two pump-action guns, a locally made Beretta pistol, a machete, assorted charms, and live ammunition.
Police said one suspect sustained a gunshot injury during the exchange and is currently receiving treatment, while the prime suspect and other gang members escaped with bullet wounds.
The command assured residents that efforts are ongoing to apprehend the fleeing suspects and reiterated its commitment to maintaining security across the state.
