The Anambra State Police Command has arrested four suspects over alleged murder and child abuse in separate incidents across the state.
The arrests followed the circulation of disturbing videos on social media and credible intelligence provided by members of the public.
In one of the incidents, police intercepted a video showing the exhumation of a corpse in Nkpor, leading to the arrest of 33-year-old Ifechukwu Okechukwu for allegedly killing and secretly burying his 23-year-old girlfriend.
According to the command Police spokesperson, Tochukwu Ikenga, who confirmed the development in a statement on Monday, the matter has been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department for a comprehensive investigation.
In a separate case, police arrested three suspects, Chukwudi Chukwuyere, 40, Chisom Chukwuyere, 30, and Arum Goodluck, 16, for allegedly abusing a 10-year-old boy at Odume Layout, Isiowulu.
“During interrogation, Mrs Chisom confessed to having used burning plastic to inflict burns on the victim,” Ikenga disclosed.
He added that the child is receiving medical care and necessary support, while investigations continue to ensure the prosecution of those involved.
Reacting to the arrests, the Commissioner of Police, Ikioye Orutugu, commended residents of the state for their vigilance, cooperation and timely provision of information that continues to aid the Police and other security agencies in exposing criminal activities and apprehending offenders.
Ortugu also reaffirmed the command’s commitment to protecting lives and property and ensuring that offenders are brought to justice.
“The Command remains committed to protecting lives and property, enforcing the law, and ensuring that perpetrators of crimes are brought to justice,” he said.