By Sabiu Abdullahi
The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has exhumed the bodies of marine hunters who were kidnapped and brutally murdered by notorious criminals in Unyenghe, Mbo Local Government Area.
According to the police, the victims were abducted on August 18 and buried in shallow graves with their heads dismembered.
Following a tip-off, the police launched a manhunt for the suspects, arresting five individuals, including the Village Head of Utit Antai, Chief Okon Asuquo Eteokpo, who was accused of aiding and abetting the criminals.
The police also recovered 15 live cartridges from the suspects.
ASP Timfon John, the state’s Police Public Relations Officer, confirmed the incident, stating that the police are determined to rid the state of crime and criminal elements.
The police are urging the public to report any suspicious activities or individuals to the nearest police station, as they continue to investigate the gruesome murders.