Gunmen kidnap traditional ruler in Imo state
Gunmen have abducted the traditional ruler of Orodo Autonomous Community in Mbaitoli Local Government Area (LGA) of Imo, Samuel Ohiri, in his residence on Saturday in a commando style, but the cousin of the monarch narrowly escaped
Penpushing reports that a palace source said the heavily-armed four-member gang stormed the residence of the former Chairman of Imo Council of Traditional Rulers in a green-colour Toyota Highlander, and immediately whisked him away
‘They arrived in a commando style and headed straight into the palace where they kidnapped the traditional ruler, but his cousin, who was with him managed to escape. They dragged the traditional ruler into their vehicle and drove towards Umuaka-Orlu Road’, the source added.
Penpushing further reports that the Imo State Police Command Public Relations Officer, Henry Okoye wjo confirmed the abduction said the command had begun investigation into the matter as at the time of filing this report
‘Police have started intense investigation and we have taken some steps to ensure that the victim is rescued and his kidnappers arrested. The suspects will be made to face the full wrath of the law, when arrested,’ Okoye said.
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