Edo state crime news
Here are some recent crime news updates from Edo State, Nigeria:
1. Kidnapping of 12-Year-Old Girl in Benin City
On February 22, 2023, a 12-year-old girl was kidnapped in Benin City, the capital of Edo State. The girl was taken away by unknown gunmen while playing outside her home in the Ogida area of the city. The police have launched an investigation into the incident.
2. Robbery Attack on Bank in Auchi
On February 20, 2023, a bank in Auchi, Edo State, was robbed by armed men. The robbers, who were said to be about five in number, stormed the bank and made away with an undisclosed amount of money. The police have arrested two suspects in connection with the robbery.
3. Murder of 35-Year-Old Man in Benin City
On February 18, 2023, a 35-year-old man was murdered in Benin City. The victim, identified as Osasogie Ogieva, was found dead in his apartment in the Upper Sakponba area of the city. The police are investigating the circumstances surrounding his death.
4. Theft of Livestock in Igueben
On February 15, 2023, some unknown persons stole a large number of livestock, including cows and goats, from a farm in Igueben, Edo State. The police have launched an investigation into the incident.
5. Arrest of Suspects for Armed Robbery in Benin City
On February 12, 2023, the police in Benin City arrested three suspects for armed robbery. The suspects, who were said to be members of a notorious gang, were arrested in the Oredo area of the city. They are currently being held at the police headquarters in Benin City.
6. Kidnapping of Businessman in Benin City
On February 10, 2023, a businessman was kidnapped in Benin City. The victim, who was identified as a prominent businessman in the city, was taken away by unknown gunmen while driving home from work. The police have launched an investigation into the incident.
7. Theft of Motorcycles in Benin City
On February 8, 2023, some unknown persons stole a number of motorcycles from a garage in Benin City. The police have launched an investigation into the incident.
8. Murder of 25-Year-Old Woman in Uromi
On February 5, 2023, a 25-year-old woman was murdered in Uromi, Edo State. The victim, who was identified as a student, was found dead in her apartment in the Uromi area. The police are investigating the circumstances surrounding her death.
9. Arrest of Suspects for Cultism in Benin City
On February 3, 2023, the police in Benin City arrested three suspects for cultism. The suspects, who were said to be members of a notorious cult group, were arrested in the Oredo area of the city. They are currently being held at the police headquarters in Benin City.
10. Theft of Food Items in Benin City
On February 1, 2023, some unknown persons stole a large quantity of food items from a warehouse in Benin City. The police have launched an investigation into the incident.
Please note that these are just some of the recent crime news updates from Edo State, and the information may not be exhaustive or up-to-date.