By Abiola Olawale
Four suspected robbers who allegedly murdered, a retired army officer, Brig.-Gen. Harold Udokwere (rtd) have been apprehended.
It was gathered that the suspects were apprehended through collaborative efforts between the Federal Capital Territory Police Command and local vigilantes in the Apo area of Abuja.
The suspects have been handed over to the police as investigations are already underway on the circumstances surrounding the murder of the late retired General.
During the interview, the leader of the suspected robbers who identified himself as Ibrahim Rabiu confirmed that they attacked the retired General at his home located at No 1, Sanga Street, Sunshine Homes by Kabusa Junction at Lokogoma Abuja.
Rabiu said during the operation they forcefully took possession of the gun of Udokwere. According to him, a heated argument occurred when they demanded the gun leading to one of his team members stabbing the retired General.
The New Diplomat reports that the FCT Police Commissioner, CP, Benneth Igweh, in a statement issued on Sunday had confirmed the demise of Udokwere in a deadly attack.
The CP in a statement issued by the spokesman of the FCT Police Command, Josephine Adeh, said a thorough investigation has been launched to ascertain the circumstances surrounding the tragic incident.
The statement confirmed that the armed robbery attack “resulted in the untimely demise of one Brigadier General Uwem Harold Udokwere (rtd.) on June 22, 2024, at approximately 03:00 a.m.”
Adeh added: “Expressing profound condolences to the bereaved family, CP Benneth Igweh assured the family and the public of swift justice, with every effort in conduit to ensure the perpetrators of the atrocious act are apprehended and brought to justice.
“Furthermore, the commissioner of police reaffirms the unflinching commitment of the command to amplify the security landscape of the nation’s capital, by continually adapting strategies to effectively combat evolving criminal activities.
“Updates on this matter will be provided in due course.”
