The Imo State Police Command has captured five alleged cultists during an intelligence-driven operation in Irete, Owerri West Local Government Area of Imo State.
According to the statement signed by the command’s spokesperson, Henry Okoye, released to the press on Sunday, he mentioned, “The suspect, identified as Uche Ibejiako, 26, from Owerri Municipal; Mariano Daniel, 24, from Delta State; Michael Chukwuemeka, 23, from Umuokwu Izombe in Oguta Local Government Area (LGA); and Anointing Ezeh, 23, from Umugada Irete in Owerri West LGA, were apprehended following a well-planned operation aimed at combating cult-related activities in the state.
“All four suspects have confessed to being members of the Black Axe Confraternity, a known criminal group. An ongoing investigation to gather further evidence on their activities has started. The suspects will be charged in court upon completion of this thorough investigation.”
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The state Commissioner of Police, Aboki Danjuma, called on the public to “continue supporting our efforts to combat crime by reporting suspicious activities to the nearest police station,” emphasizing that such collaborative actions are “crucial in maintaining peace and security across the state.”
On July 27, 2024, the state command apprehended an alleged cultist, Chibueze Kalu, and seized a homemade pistol from the 25-year-old.
Kalu admitted to being a member of the Black Axe Confraternity.
