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Anambra Police Arrest Armed Robbery Gang Member For Raping 52 Yr-Old Woman To D3ath

In continuation of investigation on a reported Case of Conspiracy, Armed Robbery, Rape, attempted murder and murder, Police Operatives attached to the Rapid Response Squad in the early hours of 28th June 2025 arrested one Uchenna Uchegbu ‘M’ aged 25 years, a member of criminal gang terrorizing Orumba South Local Government Area.

The gang allegedly committed a heinous crime in Umucheke Village on June 2, 2025, including:

  • dispossessing a 68-years old man of his belongings after blindfolding and tying him up.
  • The gang members allegedly raped the man’s 23-years old daughter.
  • Also, during interrogation, the suspect confessed to being involved in a similar incident on May 23, 2025, where a 52-years old woman was robbed and raped. The victim allegedly lost consciousness, was hospitalized, and later confirmed dead by a doctor.

The Police operatives are currently utilizing the information from the suspect to intensify efforts in dismantling the criminal network in the area. This strategic approach aims to disrupt and apprehend other members of the gang, potentially preventing further crimes.

SP Tochukwu Ikenga
Police Public Relations Officer
Anambra State Police Command, Awka

30th June 2025

Written by adminreporter

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