The Edo State Police Command has arrested a suspect in connection with the murder of an Uber driver, Usman Umaru, in Lagos.
The spokesperson of the command, SP Moses Joel Yamu, announced the arrest on Sunday, 20th October 2024. He said the suspect, John Ochekwu Abraham, and his accomplice, identified as “Ahua” or “Soldier,” had robbed the deceased of his Toyota Camry at gunpoint, leading to his death.
Abraham was apprehended by operatives of the Safer Highway and Okpella Division during a stop and search operation.
During the operation, authorities recovered one AK-47 rifle, a magazine loaded with 18 rounds of ammunition, and the stolen vehicle from the suspect.
In a statement, the Edo State Police Command commended the swift action of its operatives and thanked the public for their continued support in combating crime.
The statement read: “The Edo state command is pleased to inform the public of a successful joint operation by the operatives of Safer Highway and Okpella Division which resulted in the recovery of a stolen vehicle and a firearm, as well as the arrest of a suspect.
“During a routine stop and search operation, a silver colored Toyota Camry with registration number BDG 17 JK, was intercepted with two occupants. Upon searching the vehicle, one magazine loaded with 18 AK47 ammunition and one AK 47 rifle were found concealed inside the vehicle’s engine compartment.
“Unfortunately, the driver later identified as “Ahua” or “Soldier” real name unknown escaped from arrest while the search was going on, leaving one of his gang member, John Ochekwu Abraham in the vehicle.
“Preliminary investigation revealed that the suspects snatched the said vehicle at gunpoint in Lagos on October 11, 2024, resulting in the d@ath of the Uber driver, Usman Umaru.
“Investigation is ongoing to arrest the fleeing suspect. Meanwhile, the command commends the swift action of our operatives and appreciate the public’s continued support in combating crime.
“The command remains reachable on the following telephone lines: In Distress: 08077773721, 08037646272. Complaints:08150999335.”
