Police Recover Vehicle Snatched in Imo at Nise, Arrest $uspects

By Praise Chinecherem

Two suspects, including a member of a separatist group have been arrested by the Police in Anambra state for allegedly snatching vehicle in Owerri West Local Government Area of Imo State.

The suspects were apprehended by Operatives of the Command, attached to Special Anti-Cultism Squad, Enugwu-Ukwu following victim’s complaint.

Police spokesperson, Tochukwu Ikenga who confirmed the arrest, said the vehicle earlier reported stolen in the state had been recovered.

He said, “Operatives of the Anambra State Police Command, attached to the Special Anti-Cultism Squad, Enugwu-Ukwu, in the early hours of today, 10th August 2025, in a coordinated intelligence-led operation, arrested one Charles Chinonso, 32 years old, a suspected armed robber and member of a separatist group.

“The operatives recovered a vehicle earlier reported stolen in Imo State. The recovery took place at Umuazu Village, Nise, in Awka South Local Government Area.

“The arrest followed a complaint by the victim, who reported that the vehicle was snatched at the World Bank Housing Area, Owerri West Local Government Area, Imo State.

“Acting on credible technological intelligence, Police operatives traced the vehicle to its location and effected the arrest.

“The Commissioner of Police, Ikioye Orutugu had assured that the Command will liaise with Imo State Police Command, as the robbery incident occurred within their jurisdiction to ensure the suspect and the recovered vehicle are processed in accordance with extant legal procedures.”