In a decisive move to curb criminal activities in Anambra State, the Police Command has launched a major crackdown in Oko and its environs, leading to the arrest of six suspects and the recovery of a large quantity of hard substances from a suspected drug den.
This action followed the directive of the Commissioner of Police, CP Ikioye Orutugu fwc MNIPS PhD, who has consistently emphasized the link between drug abuse and the rise in criminal activities. According to him, “drugs are the oxygen behind most criminal activities.”
In the early hours of June 25, 2025, operatives of the Special Anti-Cultism Squad based in Enugwu Ukwu stormed the hideout in Oko, apprehending six male suspects aged between 24 and 35. The arrested individuals are identified as Joseph Chukwura, Emmanuel Chukwuemeka, Ifeanyi Agbanari, Igwe Chineche, Mmadufor Chinecherem, Chibueze Chukwumankpam, and Mmadubom Uchenna.
The suspects are currently undergoing interrogation as authorities investigate their possible involvement in recent criminal incidents in the area.
The Anambra State Police Command expressed confidence that the operation would help dismantle criminal networks and restore peace to the region.