Chinedum Elekwachi
Police in Anambra state have recovered abandoned AK-47 rifle in a residential apartment under renovation at Ihuowele Ngo Village, Igboukwu, in Aguata Local Government Area of Anambra State.
Spokesperson Tochukwu Ikenga who disclosed this on Friday said the recovery followed tip off from residents of the area.
He said the weapon was suspected to belong to one Samson, allegedly identified as notorious former occupant of the apartment.
According to him, “Samson has not been seen in the area since June 2024, and efforts are currently ongoing to track and apprehend him.
“The Commissioner of Police, CP Ikioye Orutugu has commended the vigilance of the community members and reiterated the importance of Community-Police collaboration.
“He urged Ndi Anambra to continue to provide timely and actionable information that would aid the Police in delivering on its Mandate of Protecting Lives and Property.”
