The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has apprehended five suspects linked to a recent home invasion, armed robbery, and rape at a guest house in Abak.

The arrests followed a discreet investigation prompted by a formal complaint received on June 26, 2025, detailing the attack where armed individuals robbed a man and raped his female guest.

Following a directive from Commissioner of Police, CP Baba Mohammed Azare, operatives raided a hideout on July 30, 2025, at 11:10 PM, arresting Richard Edet Udo, Hope Unibong Anitie, Joseph Ibongidi, Christian Joseph Johnny, and Joseph Joseph. The raid uncovered a suspected shrine containing two coffins filled with women’s sanitary pads, photographs, and other fetish items.

The Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Timfon John, confirmed the arrests, stating that investigations are ongoing to apprehend remaining gang members. The Command remains committed to ensuring justice and public safety.