The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has taken custody of a 30-year-old male suspect, Joseph Efe, from Ondo State, following his arrest by the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC). Efe is accused of the kidnapping, robbery, and attempted murder of Olivia Ijeoma Chukwuemeka, a 25-year-old woman from Abia State.<\/p>\n
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The arrest took place on September 17, 2024, at Top View Hotel in Wuse, Abuja, where Olivia was found confined in a room, her legs bound. A viral video of the incident showed the victim tied up, sparking widespread outrage and speculation that she had been kidnapped for a ritual-related crime.<\/p>\n
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The FCT Police Command spokesperson, SP Josephine Adeh, confirmed in a statement issued on Monday evening that the suspect is now in police custody. Adeh said, “While discreet investigation into the matter has commenced, the FCT police command wishes to reaffirm its commitment to collaborate with other relevant security agencies in the effort against crime and criminality within the Federal Capital Territory.”<\/p>\n
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The police had earlier indicated that they were awaiting the transfer of the suspect from the NSCDC for further investigation. The case has attracted significant public attention, with many calling for swift justice for the victim.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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