Anambra Police Arrest Man, 30, Over Rape, Abduction, Illegal Possession Of Fire Arms

By Okey Maduforo

A 30 year old man has been arrested by the Anambra state Police Command for rape abduction and illegal possession of fire arms .

The suspect Okechukwu Chinweko from Umudike village in Awka popularly known as Bullet was arrested in connection with the abduction of a female victim who he raped but was rescued by the police.

According to the Police Public Relations Officer of the Command SP Tochukwu Ikenga, "Anambra Police Operatives attached to the Rapid Response Squad, Awkuzu, in the early hours of 16th May 2026, acting on credible information, stormed an identified hideout in Umudike Community, Awka, and arrested one Okechukwu Chinweko, male, aged 30 years, popularly known as bullet,” over alleged involvement in a case of abduction, rape, and unlawful possession of firearm. The suspect's arm had a tattoo inscription: “Bullet” boldly written"

"During the operation, the Operatives recovered one locally fabricated Beretta pistol and eight 9mm live ammunition" 

"Preliminary information reveals that the suspect was positively identified in connection with an incident that occurred on 2nd May 2026, where he allegedly abducted and raped a female victim before Police Operatives rescued her"

"The victim was found with varying degrees of injuries on her body, while he fled the scene"

"The Anambra State Police Command reiterates its commitment to ensuring the safety of residents and bringing perpetrators of crime to justice, no matter how long it takes"

"The case shall be charged to court at the conclusion of the investigative proceedings" the statement read.