The Imo State Police Command has apprehended three suspects found in possession of a human skull in Ogii, a community in Okigwe Local Government Area. The shocking arrest was made on February 3 along the Okigwe-Umuahia Express Road, following swift action by police operatives and concerned residents.
The suspects—Patrick Okoere (29), Ifeanyichukwu Anyaemeka (28), and Chukwuemeka Onyekachi (20)—were intercepted carrying a human skull, a native hen, and white garments, all elements commonly associated with ritual practices in Nigeria. Their suspicious movement caught the attention of the community, leading to their swift apprehension by operatives from the Okigwe Divisional Police Headquarters.
According to the Imo State Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Henry Okoye, one of the suspects, Okoere, confessed that his uncle, identified as Osunta Oko, had instructed him to procure a human skull. He claimed he stumbled upon the skull near a riverbank along the notorious Okigwe-Umuahia Expressway—an area known for frequent cases of kidnapping and other criminal activities.
Authorities are now in pursuit of Osunta Oko and other potential accomplices linked to the disturbing discovery. Furthermore, forensic experts have commenced DNA analysis to determine the identity of the skull’s owner, shedding light on what could be a larger criminal network.
Meanwhile, the Commissioner of Police, Aboki Danjuma, has assured the public of the command’s unwavering commitment to maintaining law and order. He emphasized that the suspects would face rigorous prosecution to ensure justice is served.
The incident has reignited concerns over the prevalence of ritual killings and human trafficking in Nigeria, prompting calls for more stringent security measures across communities. The police have urged residents to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities that could endanger lives.
As investigations unfold, the shocking case raises serious questions: Who was the victim? How deep does this ritualistic network go? And what other sinister activities remain hidden in the shadows?
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