Anambra Police nab key suspect in killing of pregnant nurse

Anambra State Police Command, through sustained community collaboration and intelligence-driven efforts, took into custody on 11th February 2026, one of the prime suspects in the gruesome murder of a pregnant nurse whose body was mutilated in Ogbunike, Oyi Local Government Area.

The suspect, identified as Chibunna Nwafor (male), aged 26 years and also known as “Offonwadile,” was apprehended in his hideout at Umueri Community as part of the Command’s ongoing investigation into the tragic incident. Meanwhile, the Command has handed the suspect over to the Police higher Investigative formation for discreet investigative proceedings.

According to the Police Public Relations Officer, Anambra State Police Command, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, given the above, the Commissioner of Police CP Ikioye Orutugu, while commending the members of the community whose cooperation and timely information significantly contributed to this breakthrough, reiterates the Command’s commitment to ensuring that all individuals involved in this heinous crime are brought to justice.

Investigations are ongoing, and further updates will be provided as developments unfold.