•••describes their action as a clear example of community partnership in policing
The Commissioner of Police, Anambra State Command, CP Ikioye Orutugu fwc, minps, PhD, has directed Police operatives to immediately investigate a disturbing report circulating in the media regarding a young man identified as Chogbo (popularly known as Agudo) from Igboukwu, who was allegedly kept in chains for 5 years by his father with claims that he had travelled abroad.
Preliminary inquiries are ongoing to establish the facts, safeguard the victim’s well-being, and the Command assures that where culpability is established, those responsible will be held accountable in accordance with the law.
Meanwhile, the victim has been rescued and is receiving necessary care.
The Command commends the youths of the community for the proactive role they played in uncovering the incident, describing their action as a clear example of community partnership in policing.
Further development shall be communicated, please
SP Tochukwu Ikenga
Police Public Relations Officer
Anambra State Police Command, Awka
24th August, 2025