Imo Police Arrest Two Armed Robbery Suspects, Recover Firearm in Owerri
Operatives of the Orji Divisional Headquarters, working with the Anti-Kidnapping Unit of the Imo State Police Command, on Wednesday, March 11, arrested two suspected armed robbers in Owerri, Imo State. A firearm and seven rounds of live ammunition were recovered during the operation.
According to Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Henry Okoye, the suspects targeted a man washing his car at a car wash in the Mangrove area of Aladinma. They reportedly brandished a pistol, snatched his gold chain, and attempted to flee on a motorcycle.
The victim pursued the suspects in his vehicle, knocking them down, after which an angry mob confronted them before police arrived.
The suspects were identified as Solomon Ejekwe, 29, of Ubaha Orodo in Mbaitoli LGA, and Emeka Charles, 35, of Umuopara Ngugo in Ikeduru LGA. They were taken to the police medical centre for treatment and will be arraigned in court following investigations.
DSP Okoye said:
“Operatives of the Imo State Police Command have today, March 11, 2026, arrested two suspected armed robbers and recovered a pistol and seven rounds of live ammunition following a swift response to a distress call in Owerri.”
Imo State Commissioner of Police, Audu Garba Bosso, commended the quick action of officers and public cooperation but cautioned against mob justice, urging residents to allow law enforcement to handle criminal matters.
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