“Abia State Police Command Rescues Four Stolen Children at Ubakala Street, Ossah Road in Umuahia”

Accident – Death – Obituary News : **Four Children Stolen in Abia State Rescued: Tenant Apprehended in Delta State**

In a remarkable turn of events, the Abia State Police Command has successfully rescued four children who were abducted on December 16, 2024, at Ubakala Street, Ossah Road in Umuahia, Abia State. The children were found safe and sound, thanks to the diligent efforts of the police force. Additionally, the authorities have apprehended Ifeoma Abonyi, the new tenant responsible for the heinous act, in Asaba, Delta State.

According to a press statement issued by ASP Maureen Chinaka, the Police Public Relations Officer of the Abia State Police Command, the rescue operation and subsequent arrest of eight suspects involved in the case were made possible through the implementation of robust technical intelligence by the Abia Police Command, with invaluable support from the Department of State Services (DSS).

Furthermore, the statement revealed that six other children were discovered in the custody of the arrested suspects, raising concerns about their true identities and familial connections. The authorities are currently conducting an investigation to ascertain the veracity of the suspects’ claims, and DNA tests may be necessary to determine the biological parents of these children. The findings of this ongoing investigation will be shared with the public in due course.

The ordeal began when Mrs. Ifeanyi Udoma Ibe, a resident of Ubakala Street, Ossah Road, Umuahia, reported the abduction of her children and those of her neighbors by an unidentified tenant on December 16, 2024. Promptly responding to the distress call, the Abia State Police Command launched a thorough investigation into the incident.

Utilizing the extensive technical intelligence resources provided by the DSS in Abia State, the police detectives successfully apprehended Ifeoma Abonyi, a 35-year-old female, in Asaba, Delta State on December 22, 2024. Abonyi has been identified as the tenant responsible for the abduction of the four children on December 16, 2024.

The police force has expressed immense satisfaction in announcing that all four missing children have now been rescued. Two of the children were found on December 22, 2024, while the remaining two were rescued on December 24, 2024. The diligent efforts of the Abia State Police Command have led to the apprehension of eight suspects, comprising five females and three males, who are currently assisting with the investigation into the crime.

However, three individuals suspected of complicity in the abduction are still at large. The authorities are intensifying their efforts to locate and apprehend these fugitives promptly. The diligent pursuit of justice in this case remains a top priority for the Abia State Police Command.

The news of the successful rescue operation has brought immense joy and relief to the town, with residents hailing it as a “Perfect Christmas” gift from God. The community has showered praise on the Abia State Police Command for their relentless efforts in ensuring the safe return of the abducted children.

Mr. Barry Odinkemmere, a resident of Umuahia and a member of the South-East Fact Check organization, expressed his optimism that the first set of four children who were abducted on November 27, 2024, by an unknown tricycle operator would also be found soon. The community remains hopeful and confident in the capabilities of the Abia State Police Command to bring the perpetrators of these heinous crimes to justice.

In conclusion, the successful rescue of the four abducted children in Umuahia, Abia State, and the subsequent arrest of the tenant responsible have brought relief and hope to the community. The Abia State Police Command, with the support of the DSS, has demonstrated its commitment to ensuring the safety and security of its citizens. As the investigation unfolds, the authorities will continue to provide updates on the progress made and any significant developments in this case..