Residents nab member armed robbery gang terrorising community owerri imo state
Residents Nab Member of Armed Robbery Gang Terrorizing Community in Owerri, Imo State
In a bold display of community vigilance, residents of Owerri, Imo State, have apprehended a member of an armed robbery gang that has been terrorizing the community.
According to reports, the gang had been carrying out daring robberies in the area, leaving residents living in fear. However, on Tuesday, a resident who had been monitoring the gang's activities, decided to take matters into his own hands.
The resident, who preferred to remain anonymous, tracked down one of the gang members to a hideout in the community and apprehended him. The gang member, who was identified as 25-year-old Chukwuemeka Okoro, was found with a locally-made pistol and a bag of stolen valuables.
The resident, who was aided by other community members, handed Okoro over to the police, who arrived at the scene to take him into custody.
The Imo State Police Command has since confirmed the arrest and is investigating the incident. The command's spokesperson, SP Orlando Ikeokwu, said that the police are working to apprehend other members of the gang.
The arrest of Okoro has brought relief to the community, which had been living in fear of the gang's activities. Residents have praised the resident who apprehended Okoro, saying that his bravery has restored their sense of security.
The incident is a testament to the importance of community vigilance and the need for residents to take an active role in maintaining law and order in their communities.
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