The Anambra State police command has arrested 115 persons suspected to be pickpockets, handbag snatchers and Indian Hemp smokers, among others, in the commercial city of Onitsha.
Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) in the state, Mr Haruna Mohammed told newsmen at the Area Command, Onitsha during the parade that the feat followed the recent launch of Operation Kpochapu 2.
Governor Willie Obiano launched the operation two weeks ago, providing the personnel with vehicles and other logistics to help them stem the tide of crime in the state.
Mohammed said the police in conjunction with other security agencies jointly carried out a raid of black spots and criminals’ hideouts particularly at Upper Iweka, Aba and Owerri roads.
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“A total number of 90 suspects were arrested in connection with cases of pick pocketing, handbag snatching, cannabis smoking and other social deviants within Onitsha and environments,” he said.
The police spokesperson said 25 other suspects were arrested for alleged illegal revenue collections.
He said the operation was carefully coordinated by the Area Commander, Onitsha, Mr John Obuagbaka.
Mohammed, who noted that the security operatives professionally carried out the operations in consonance with the internationally accepted best practices, added that the suspects would be charged to court.
“It was a hitch free operation. The command will profile and screen the suspects while those found wanting will be charged to court.
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