Abia Police Arrest Four Suspected Armed Robbers Terrorizing ABSU Students, Recover Weapons and Gadgets

The Abia State Police Command has arrested four suspected armed robbers in connection with a string of violent robberies targeting students of Abia State University, Uturu (ABSU), and other residents of the surrounding community. The arrests were made following a decisive raid carried out along the Uturu/Isuikwuato axis on July 16, 2025.

The operation, led by the Divisional Police Officer of the Uturu Division in collaboration with vigilant local residents, uncovered a hideout used by the suspected criminals. The arrested individuals include:

• Jerry Chisom (32), of Umagu Ogwuelle, Abia State

• Tochukwu Ugula (32), of Amaidi Achara Uturu, Abia State

• Chinonso Nwankwo (28), of Nbaka Ugwuelle Uturu, Abia State

• Kingsley Onyekeba (19), of Arodiezongu Ideato, Imo State

During the raid, the police recovered several items believed to be stolen or used in criminal activities, including:

• One locally made pistol

• One knife

• One iPhone 7 Plus

• One Infinix phone

• One laptop

The suspects were allegedly involved in multiple incidents of armed robbery in the ABSU community, with students and other residents frequently falling victim. The police have stated that investigations are ongoing to track down other fleeing members of the gang.

The Abia State Commissioner of Police, CP Danladi Isa, reaffirmed the Command's commitment to flushing out criminal elements in the state, especially around Uturu and Isuikwuato, which have witnessed a series of security challenges. He revealed that additional raids had been conducted, leading to the dismantling of more criminal hideouts in the area.

He called on the public to stay vigilant and cooperate with the police by promptly reporting any suspicious activity. The Command’s emergency hotlines remain active for such reports: