A cracked team of security operatives in attached to the Anambra State Police Command, have arrested 16 persons suspected to be cultists causing mayhem, unlawful killing and other havoc across the state.
The Commissioner of Police Anambra State, CP Aderemi Adeoye, had in a statement issued by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, declared 21 others wanted in alleged connection relates to cult activities.
According to the statement, “In a decisive move to end the resurgent cult-related killings in Awka, Capital City of Anambra State, the Police Command has tracked down and arrested no fewer than 16 notorious cultists involved in the mayhem.
“Twenty one, 21, who are now on the run have been declared wanted by the State Police Command.
“The arrested cultists who were nabbed during series of intelligence-led manhunt have been detained on the orders of the Commissioner of Police, CP Aderemi Adeoye.
“The CP has vowed that cultists responsible for the spate of killings after the State Capital had enjoyed tranquillity for unbroken 6 months period must pay for their crimes.
“He has also charged the Special Anti Cult Squad (SPACS) to redouble its effort and hunt down those who are still at large among the identified cultists.
“The Commissioner also called on Community and Religious leaders to speak out against the evil of cultism in the society.”
Post Views: 254
