The Edo State Police Command has arrested 14 male suspects for allegedly hijacking a corpse and violently disrupting a burial ceremony in Uromi. According to a statement by the command's spokesperson, Eno Ikoedem, the incident is suspected to be cult-related.
The suspects reportedly attacked two commercial motorcyclists, inflicting grievous injuries with weapons before police operatives swiftly intervened. The officers restored order and recovered eleven cutlasses, one dagger knife, and a shovel as exhibits.
The arrested individuals have been identified as Promise Oyido (18), Jude Usidebhosoh (38), Mutairu Alhaji (23), Samson Usidehofo (40), Collins Esaigbe (22), Osemudiamen Iyere (26), Christian Akhare (28), Evidence Osamare (28), Joshua Augustine (25), Kelvin Micheal (21), Goddey Anuka (35), Blessed Ohue (24), Joseph Okhun (27), and Charles Okhare (34).
The injured victims were taken to the Irrua Specialist Teaching Hospital for medical attention. Investigations into the violent disturbance are ongoing.
Commissioner of Police Monday Agbonika commended the operatives and community security partners for their professionalism and synergy. He reiterated the command's commitment to sustaining aggressive patrols, intelligence-led policing, and swift responses to security threats across Edo State.
The command also urged the public to remain vigilant and provide timely information to security agencies to enhance collective safety. This arrest follows a previous operation in June last year where the command arrested 28 suspects for cult-related activities.
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