Troops Arrest Three Suspected Cultists in Imo

Troops Arrest Three Suspected Cultists in Imo

By: Zagazola Makama

Troops of the Nigerian Army have arrested three suspected cultists following a distress call from a community vigilante group in Imo State.

Security sources Zagazola that the operation was carried out at about 9:00 p.m. on April 20 by troops of 24 Support Engineer Regiment deployed at a location in Onicha.

The sources said the troops responded to reports from members of the Onichibueze community vigilante, who raised alarm over suspected cultists allegedly harassing residents of the area.

“On receipt of the distress call, the troops swiftly mobilised to the community and apprehended three suspected cultists,” a source said.

The suspects were subsequently handed over to the police in Isu for further investigation and necessary action.

Military authorities commended the vigilance of community members and reiterated the importance of timely information sharing with security agencies.

They assured residents of continued collaboration with other security agencies to maintain peace and security across the state.

Troops Arrest Three Suspected Cultists in Imo