The Anambra State Police Command has arrested two suspects over an attack on police and military operatives in Enugwu-Agu Village, Oba Ofemili, Awka North Local Government Area of the state.
According to the Command’s spokesperson, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, on Tuesday, the suspects were arrested on June 2, following a lead on investigation by the personnel of the Rapid Response Squad, Awkuzu.
The suspects, identified as Uche Egwu and Jindo Onyeka, who confessed their involvement and provided useful information on other persons involved in the act, reportedly attacked the operatives on April 13, 2025, and also razed an Army operational vehicle at a checkpoint in the community.
Commissioner of Police, CP Ikioye Orutugu, described the attack as a test of the will of the security agencies and an attack on the soul of a nation.
While commending the act of gallantry and professionalism of the security operatives in managing the situation, as no casualty was recorded, Orutugu charged the operatives to expand the scope of their investigation for the possible arrest of other fleeing suspects.
He further emphasised the need for collective action to protect those who safeguard the nation.
