Ugo Nosiri, Owerri
Operatives of the Imo State Police Criminal Investigation Department in Owerri have dismantled a notorious child trafficking syndicate involved in the abduction of children from unsuspecting parents.
The operation led to the rescue of three children who were abducted on July 4, 2024, in Ndinwegbu Umuoma, Onicha, Ezinihitte Mbaise LGA.
The suspects arrested include: Ifeoma Anyanwu, 41, Oloko Ikwuano LGA, Abia State; Chibuzor Lucky, 42, Umuezeala Umuerim, Ubakala, Umuahia, Abia State; Charity Kalu, 24, Okono, Ohiafia LGA, Abia State and; Isidore Ozioma, 56, Umuhu Onicha, Ezinihitte Mbaise LGA, Imo State.
Investigations revealed that the suspects lured the children into their tricycle while they were playing outside, subsequently transporting them to a hidden location in Aba where they were sold for 1,000,000 Naira.
The suspects are currently undergoing a thorough investigation at the State CID as efforts continue to locate additional missing children.
The rescued children have been safely reunited with their families.
In response to these alarming events, the commissioner of Police in the state, Aboki Danjuma, issued a stern warning to parents, emphasising the need for vigilance, and urged families to be cautious of strangers and to supervise their children closely at all times.
