The Cross River State Police Command has arrested a prime suspect in connection with the alleged murder of a 45-year-old man, Egbegi Elegbo Enya, in Igbo Imabana Village, Abi Local Government Area of the state.
The tragic incident reportedly occurred at about 10:30 p.m. on April 10, 2026, and was formally reported to the police the following morning by the deceased’s elder brother, Egbe Elegbo Enya.
According to preliminary findings, the victim was attacked and killed with a machete by one Emereze Gabriel Okoro, who is alleged to have acted in concert with other accomplices. Following the report, police detectives swiftly visited the scene, evacuated the remains, and deposited the body at the General Hospital, Itigidi mortuary for preservation and autopsy.
In a significant breakthrough, the prime suspect, who fled the scene after the incident, has been tracked and apprehended by security operatives and is currently in police custody.
The Police Command has also intensified efforts to apprehend other suspects believed to have been involved in the crime, with a manhunt already underway.
Authorities assured that investigations are ongoing and reiterated their commitment to ensuring justice is served while maintaining law and order across the state.
Kingsley Agim
