CP Orutugu orders re-arrest of two Criminal Offenders, Corrects Administrative Error By Police Prosecutor, Files Fresh Charges At High Court

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Anambra State Commissioner of Police, CP Ikioye Orutugu, has directed the immediate re-arrest of one Onyebuchi Nwobodo and Ebube Umezumba, alleged criminal offenders over a case of Armed robbery, following the discovery of an administrative lapse by a Police prosecutor.

In a swift response, the Command has filed a new Charge before the High Court sitting in the State to ensure that justice is duly served.

The Police Public Relations Officer, PPRO, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, who made this known in a Press release, said the Command also noted a new testimony by victims who identified the suspect and are active participants in the Case of armed robbery.

He added that in line with his zero-tolerance stance on professional negligence, the CP has ordered disciplinary measures against the officers involved in the error, stressing that such lapses will not be condoned under his watch.

According to him, the decisive action underscores the Command’s unwavering commitment to professionalism, accountability, and the rule of law in the discharge of its duties.

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