The Enugu State Police Command has said that over 130 armed robbery suspects, 100 suspected kidnappers and more than 111 other suspects for unlawful possession of firearms, were arrested in 2024.
The Commissioner of Police in the state, CP Kanayo Uzuegbu, disclosed this while highlighting the command’s modest achievements in 2024.
He stated that additionally, 226 suspects involved in cultism and 450 others linked to various crimes such as burglary, stealing, and fraud were also arrested within the period under review.
“Furthermore, about 100 kidnapped or abducted victims were rescued. Items recovered included over 200 firearms, including 21 AK-47 rifles, 1 submachine gun, and 1 G-3 rifle; 1,863 rounds of ammunition; and 124 vehicles comprising motor vehicles, tricycles, and motorcycles,” he added.
The Police Commissioner expressed profound gratitude to the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun, for his resounding guidance and overall support for the command.
He also appreciated the Executive Governor of Enugu State, Dr. Peter Ndubuisi Mbah, for providing material and moral support to the Police throughout 2024.
He further commended the residents for supplying credible and actionable information that significantly aided Police operations.
He acknowledged the collaborative efforts of sister security agencies, the Neighbourhood Watch Group, Forest Guards, local vigilantes, and hunters.
The CP also praised personnel of the Police Command for their resilience, dedication, and bravery, noting that the collective efforts made the year’s successes possible. He mourned and prayed for the continued repose of the souls of those who paid the supreme price with their lives in the course of the year’s operations.
