Operatives of the Anambra Police Command have apprehended a native doctor, Celestine Onuyia, 52, and his alleged accomplice, Jacinta Udenka, 45, for illegal possession of firearms and their involvement in criminal activities in the state.
According to a statement from the police command, Onuyia was initially arrested on April 13, with one pump-action gun, seven single-barrel Dane guns, and 28 live cartridges recovered from him.
The suspects, both from Oba, Idemili South Local Government Area (LGA), were interrogated on April 20, leading to the discovery of additional weapons.
Among the recovered items were two AK47 rifles and two empty magazines, which were found at their hideout in Omasi, Ayamelum LGA of the state.
The statement further revealed that police operatives have been investigating a kidnapping incident that occurred in Nnewi in July 2024, in which a ransom of Seventeen million, five hundred thousand Naira (#17,500,000) was paid before the victim was released.
“Information also revealed that Mr Celestine is allegedly a native doctor who provides criminal charms and keeps the weapons for the gang.
“At the same time, Mrs Jacinta gets information about their victims before they execute their evil plans.”
The Commissioner of Police, Ikioye Orutugu, assured the residents that the Command was willing to follow cases to a logical conclusion until the suspects were arrested.
“This measure is critical to the ongoing efforts to prevent further criminal activities in the State,” the police said.