UYO-The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has apprehended suspects linked to a robbery operation that led to the murder of a victim and the other kidnapped, dated July 12 ,2026 at Ikot Itienang Village, Ekom Iman ,Etinan Local Government Area.
The arrested gang members are: Gospel Effiong, a.k.a. “Python,” and Solomon Okon, a.k.a. “Plane.”
Two other suspects were arrested in connection with the crime ,Musa Kabiru, a native of Plateau State, alleged to be a receiver of some of the stolen items, and Victor Dickson
A release signed by the Police Public Relations Officer, Timfon John stated that the investigation into the crime follows a petition on the incident addressed to the Commissioner of Police, Akwa Ibom State Command, Baba Azare .
According to her, a team of detectives from the Command promptly commenced an intelligence-led investigation aimed at identifying and apprehending those responsible for the heinous crime.
Meanwhile, the Commissioner of Police, Akwa Ibom State Command, Baba Azare, has commended the detectives for their diligence, professionalism and intelligence-led approach to the investigation.
Azare also reiterated the Command’s unwavering commitment to protecting lives and property and ensuring that persons involved in violent crimes are identified, apprehended and made to face the full weight of the law.
He encouraged members of the public to continue providing the Police with credible and timely information that could assist in tracking down fleeing suspects and preventing criminal activities across the state.
Items recovered from the residence of one of the arrested suspects, Solomon Okon a.k.a. “Plane,” are,a locally made pistol with one cartridge, large quantity of suspected Indian hemp ,a red cap bearing the inscription “Supreme Red Skin Confraternity”; suspected charm; and other incriminating items relevant to the ongoing investigation.