The Commissioner of Police, Anambra State Command, CP. Ikioye Orutugu 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.
Reacting, CP Orutugu 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.
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.
Angel NetworkNews (ANN) gathered that the victim has been rescued and is receiving necessary care.
