The Imo State Police Command has arrested a suspected bandit, Michael Osundu in the state.
The police spokesman in the state, Ikeokwu Orlando, in a statement released on Monday 17th May 2021, said that the suspect was part of the hoodlums that attacked the Nigeria Correctional Services and the Police headquarters on April 5.
The arrest of Michael Osundu followed the mandate and directive of the Inspector General of Police, Alkali Usman to restore peace and tranquillity in Imo state, Orlando said.
“He was arrested in connection with criminal activities in the state, and he is reasonably suspected to be part of the hoodlums that attacked the Nigeria Correctional Services and the Police headquarters on 5/04/21,” he said.
Items recovered from the suspect include one English-made Pump action rifle and 26 live cartridges, and a pair of police uniform with the rank of Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) hidden in his tinted Toyota Escalade vehicle.
Upon interrogation, police operatives said the suspect Michael Osundu claimed to be a spy trained at the Police Training School, Ikeja.
“Meanwhile, the Commissioner of Police, Abutu Yaro, has ordered a full-scale investigation into the matter, with a view of discovering his level of culpability and possibly arresting other suspects.
“He also asked other persons that participated in the attacks on Police and Correctional facilities, as well as the escapee inmates/suspects to turn themselves in, or else, will be made to face the full wrath of the law if caught,” the statement read in part.
The police boss also appealed to members of the public to partner with the Command by volunteering credible information to the Police, which may lead to arresting criminal elements in and around the state.