Arrest made in brutal murder of elderly couple in Abuja
By Uzair Adam Imam
Authorities in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) have announced the apprehension of a suspect in connection with the tragic killing of an elderly couple, Adebola Ezekiel, 80, and his wife, Abiodun Ezekiel, 79.
The Commissioner of Police for the FCT, Mr. Benneth Igweh, disclosed this development during a press briefing held in Abuja on Friday.
The disturbing incident occurred at the residence of the couple in Apo Legislative Quarters on April 1.
Commissioner Igweh revealed that swift investigative efforts led to the arrest of the suspect, who was identified as a former driver for the deceased couple.
Acting on leads, police detectives successfully tracked down the suspect to his hideout in Obajana, Kogi.
According to Igweh, the apprehended suspect confessed to gaining entry into the victims’ home on the fateful day, where he allegedly murdered them, slit their throats, and made off with their phones and ATM cards.
Additionally, the Commissioner disclosed another arrest made on April 11, where two suspects were detained in connection with a separate case of culpable homicide in the Mabushi area of Abuja.
Operatives from Mabushi Division acted on a tip-off regarding the discreet transportation of the corpse of one Bilkisu Mohammed.
It was alleged that Mohammed had visited her supposed boyfriend’s residence, where she fell ill and was administered non-prescribed medication by one of the suspects, leading to her demise.
Further highlighting the law enforcement’s proactive stance, Igweh mentioned the arrest of nine suspected armed robbers by operatives from Utako Division on April 6.
The suspects, upon interrogation, confessed to being part of an armed robbery syndicate responsible for various criminal activities in the FCT.
Law enforcement recovered a cache of weapons, including locally fabricated AK 47 rifles, cartridge rifles, a pistol, and a dane gun, from the apprehended individuals.
In another incident, police patrol units intercepted three suspected armed robbers at the Durumi IDP Camp on April 9, seizing an English-made pistol and a Mazda vehicle in their possession.
Commissioner Igweh assured the public that all suspects would face legal proceedings once investigations were concluded.