Suspect arrested in Ikot-Ekpene over attempted armed robbery
Etim Ekpimah
DSP Timfon John, Police Public Relations, said the report, which was received from a concerned citizen, noted that two residents (names withheld) were under attack by two armed individuals wielding a jackknife and a machete.
“A police patrol team was immediately dispatched to the scene. The officers quickly arrested one of the suspects, identified as Ubong Victor Elijah, a native of Ikwen village in Obot Akara LGA, who resides in Ikot Obong Edong village. The second suspect, known only as Wisdom, fled the scene and remains at large.
“During the arrest, a black face mask and two jackknives were recovered.
“The victims, who sustained multiple stab wounds, were rushed to a hospital for medical attention.”
Upon interrogation, the suspect confessed to his involvement in the crime. The Police are actively investigating the incident and are working to locate the second suspect.
Further developments will be communicated to the public as the investigation progresses.
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