Anambra Zero Tolerance For Crime: Police Arrest Suspected Cultists

The Anti-cultism Squad of the Police Command in Anambra has arrested suspected cultists and other criminals in Obosi and Nkpor communities, Idemili North Local Government Area of Anambra.

The Anti-cult Commander, Mr Christopher Bassey, made this known in Enugwu-Ukwu, Njikoka local government area, yesterday.

Bassey said the arrests were made during a raid of hideouts following increased reports of cult activities in the state.

He said that the command had commenced operation stamp out cultism in the state, and warned those who indulge in such activities to desist from or face the wrath of the law.

“People can now sleep with their two eyes closed. I assure you that those arrested will be charged to court immediately,” Bassey said.

The commander urged parents to monitor their wards, especially the kind of company they keep, noting that they were usually influenced by hard drugs.

He commended Gov Willie Obiano, for assisting the Police stressing that the command would continue its raid of black spots to rid the state of undesirable elements.

By  NAN