The Anambra State Police Command has recovered a motorcycle, an axe and a cutlass from a 27-year-old suspected robber arrested in Awka over alleged attacks on Point of Sale, POS, operators.
The suspect, identified as Chidera Anthony Eleh, popularly known as “Timaya”, is an ex-convict allegedly involved in motorcycle-assisted robbery operations targeting POS operators in the state capital.
He was arrested on October 9, 2026, during an intelligence-led police operation.
The Police Public Relations Officer, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, disclosed the arrest in a statement, adding that the suspect remained in custody as investigations continued.
According to the statement, detectives are working to identify and apprehend other members of the suspected robbery gang.
The Commissioner of Police, CP Nnanna Oji Ama, reaffirmed the command’s commitment to protecting lives and property across Anambra State.
He urged POS operators and other residents to remain vigilant and promptly report suspicious movements or activities to security agencies.
The command added that further updates would be provided as weekend patrols commenced.
