Anambra Nab Suspected Serial Phone Thief After Hotel Theft Cases in Three Anambra Communities

By Praise Chinecherem

Operatives of the Anambra State Police Command have arrested a 32-year-old man, Ifeanyi Jeremiah Obi, over alleged mobile phone thefts at hotels in Awka, Isuaniocha and Mgbakwu.

The suspect was apprehended in the early hours of October 25, 2026, following investigations into multiple reports of missing mobile phones and a review of surveillance footage allegedly connecting him to the incidents.

The Police Public Relations Officer, Tochukwu Ikenga, said the suspect reportedly confessed during interrogation to stealing five Android phones from hotels across the affected communities.

“The suspect was arrested following investigations into reported cases of mobile phone theft and the review of video surveillance footage allegedly linking him to the incidents,” Ikenga stated.

He explained that the police had launched further investigations to recover the stolen phones, determine the full extent of the alleged criminal activities and establish whether other persons were involved.

The Commissioner of Police, CP Nnanna Oji Ama, reaffirmed the Command’s determination to tackle crime and safeguard lives and property throughout Anambra State.

He urged hotel operators, business owners and residents to improve their security arrangements, monitor suspicious activities and report incidents promptly to the police.

The Command assured the public that the investigation would continue and that additional information would be made available as developments emerge.

The suspect has not been convicted of any offence, and the allegations remain subject to investigation and judicial determination.

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