The Abia State Police Command says it has arrested another suspect linked to recent terrorist and armed robbery activities against students of Abia State University, Uturu, ABSU, and other residents of the area.
According to a press release signed by the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Maureen Chinaka, the latest arrest was made on July 23, 2025, at approximately 9:40 a.m. following an intelligence-led operation by officers of the Uturu Divisional Headquarters.
It stated that the suspect, Chukwujekwu Uzoedo, a 26-year-old male from Uduma Ezinnachi in Okigwe, Imo State, was apprehended at his hideout within Abia State.
It added that Chukwujekwu is believed to be an accomplice in a criminal gang that has been implicated in coordinated robberies targeting ABSU students and surrounding residents.
The Abia Police spokesperson said that Uzoedo’s arrest followed an earlier operation on July 17, 2025, in which four other suspects were apprehended in connection with the same case, noting that the Police Command has intensified efforts to dismantle the network behind the crimes.
“During preliminary interrogation, the suspect allegedly confessed to his role in the armed robbery operation. Authorities also recovered several stolen items in his possession, including: one HP laptop, one Tecno Android phone, one Tecno POP 5, one Itel Android phone, one Infinix Android phone, one iPhone 16, one white earpod, one black earpod, and one motorcycle.
“The recovered exhibits are believed to be part of the valuables looted from victims during the attacks. The police say investigations are still ongoing to trace and arrest other members of the syndicate still at large,” the statement said.
It further urged members of the public to remain vigilant and report suspicious activity promptly to the police.
Police apprehend one more robbery suspect terrorising Abia varsity students
