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Imo State Police Arrest Suspects in Shocking Murder, Rape Cases

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1 year ago

August 14, 2025

Imo State police arrest suspects in separate murder and rape cases in Orlu, charging them in court and pledging continued security efforts

Police operatives apprehended 39-year-old Ifeanyi Odinka of Amaifeke, Orlu, for allegedly stabbing his 75-year-old father, Dennis Odinka, to death following a dispute over proceeds from a land sale. The incident occurred on August 12, 2025, and the suspect has reportedly confessed to the crime.

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He has been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department in Owerri for further investigation and prosecution.

In a separate case, 32-year-old Pastor Ikenna Emmanuel, of Authentic Power City Church, and his accomplice, Franklin Chizoba, were arrested for allegedly raping a 20-year-old woman under the guise of offering special prayers.

Police say the pastor laced the victim’s drink, making her dizzy before both men committed the assault. The suspects have also admitted to engaging in homosexual acts.

Both Emmanuel and Chizoba were charged in court on August 12, 2025, and remanded at the Owerri Correctional Facility pending trial.

Imo State Police spokesperson Henry Okoye reaffirmed the command’s determination to tackle crime, urging residents to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities promptly to the nearest police station or via 0803 477 3600.

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The Imo State police arrest of these suspects underscores the command’s ongoing efforts to ensure public safety and bring offenders to justice.

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Police Arrest 41-Year-Old Over Murder of Bayelsa Sand Dealer

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2 days ago

November 10, 2026

Mariam Balogun

The Nigeria Police Force has arrested a 41-year-old man, Somkiemi Tommy, over the alleged murder of a sand business operator, Thankgod Kalaba, in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State.

The Force Public Relations Officer, Chief Superintendent of Police Ani Iniedu, disclosed the arrest in a statement on Monday.

According to the police, Kalaba was allegedly murdered after visiting a river on October 29, 2026. His body was reportedly tied to a boat and submerged in the water.

Iniedu said the police began investigating the incident after receiving a report about the victim’s disappearance and suspected murder.

Preliminary findings reportedly indicated that the victim had been trailed and killed by Tommy.

The police spokesperson added that the suspect allegedly tied Kalaba’s body to a boat before submerging it in the river in an attempt to conceal the crime.

He said the suspect was arrested by police operatives working in collaboration with youths in Yenaka.

“Acting on the report, police operatives, in collaboration with Yenaka youths, successfully arrested the suspect,” Iniedu stated.

Tommy is currently in police custody, while the Criminal Investigation Department has commenced further investigations into the circumstances surrounding the killing.

The police said the investigation would establish the events leading to Kalaba’s death and determine whether other individuals were involved.

The suspect is expected to face prosecution if the allegations are established by investigators.

The police have yet to disclose the motive behind the alleged murder.