Police arrest 7 suspects for alleged murder of a lawyer in Rivers State.

The Rivers State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of seven suspects allegedly involved in the murder of lawyer Bright Owhor. 

Addressing journalists on Monday in Port-Harcourt, the command spokesperson, Grace Iringe-Koko, revealed that the suspects, aged between 22 and 34, were arrested following an intelligence-driven operation by the command's Anti-Kidnapping Unit.

She noted that preliminary investigations revealed that the suspects had assumed various roles in the execution of the crime, including shooter, gang leader, and arms supplier, adding that they confessed to being members of the Deygbam Secret Cult group and admitted their involvement in the murder, as well as withdrawing funds from Owhor's bank account.

According to her, the police recovered four locally made pistols, seven rounds of 9mm ammunition, and two live cartridges, as well as a minibus, a saloon car, and a sim card. 

She said that the successful operation reflects a broader strategy to dismantle criminal networks and restore public confidence in law enforcement across the state.

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