By Praise Chinecherem
Police in Anambra state have arrested a 33-year old man over alleged involvement in murder of 15-year-old boy, Nwokedi Michael Somtochukwu in Unubi in Nnewi South Local Government Area of the state.
Spokesperson, Tochukwu Ikenga who disclosed this on Friday, said the suspect also allegedly raped the elder sister of the deceased before he fled the scene.
According to him, the development was a demonstration of effectiveness of community policing and the importance of public cooperation in maintaining law and order.
He said, “The Commissioner of Police Anambra State CP Ikioye Orutugu today 18th April 2025 commended the Nnewi community for their collaboration with the Police in apprehending an alleged serial rapist Chidiebere Mbene ‘m’ aged 33 years.
“The suspect is allegedly involved in the murder of one Nwokedi Michael Somtochukwu a 15-year-old boy in Unubi, Nnewi South Local Government Area on 15th April 2025.
“The suspect also allegedly raped the elder sister of the deceased before he fled the scene.
“This development showcases the effectiveness of community policing and the importance of public cooperation in maintaining law and order.
“To this end, the CP has directed the immediate transfer of the Case to the State Criminal Investigation Department, Awka, for comprehensive investigation.
“He also notes the Command’s willingness to continue to leverage on community support to effectively apprehend suspects as well as identify unrepentant criminals in the State.”
