Operatives of the Edo State Police Command have arrested seven suspected cult members in Otuo, recovered a six-month-old baby allegedly stolen and taken to Imo State, and apprehended suspects linked to the alleged sexual abuse and online exposure of a young girl in Ekiadolor.
Edo State Police Command Public Relations Officer, ASP Eno Ikoedem, made this disclosure while briefing newmen on the operational achievements of the command on behalf of the state Commissioner of Police, Patrick Daaor.
Ikoedem, who said the arrests and recovery were recorded during sustained intelligence-led operations focused on tackling criminal activities and safeguarding lives and property across the state, also disclosed that the command had completed a one-week joint clearance operation in parts of Edo North, targeting criminal hideouts located within forest areas.
According to her, the operation produced positive results, with communities in the affected areas remaining relatively calm and peaceful throughout the period. She noted that no kidnapping incident was reported during the exercise.
She also disclosed that the command had completed a one-week joint clearance operation in parts of Edo North, targeting criminal hideouts located within forest areas.
The police spokesperson said operatives of the Gender and Family Unit also recovered a six-month-old baby who was allegedly stolen and taken to Imo State, leading to the arrest of suspects connected to the incident.
She added that the child had been reunited with the family.
