Delta State Police Arrest One-Legged Robber

A 21-year-old armed robbery suspect, John Okue, has been arrested by the Delta state police command in a hair saloon in Okwashi-Uku, following a tip off.

The disabled robber, who lost one leg to a virus, led the gang whose ages ranged from about 17 to 25 years. Together, they were said to have robbed, killed and raped their female victims with impunity.

The gang was said to be highly connected to top police officers in the state. Consequently, when any member of the gang was arrested and detained, his freedom was often obtained.

Police sources said Okue’s confessional statement led to the arrest of other members at different locations.

They are being detained at the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) Asaba.