In a major breakthrough, the Anambra State Police Command announced the apprehension of two suspects linked to Tuesday’s assault on the US Consulate Convoy in Ogbaru Local Government Area. The preliminary investigations conducted by the police shed light on the tragic incident, revealing a death toll of seven individuals. Among the victims were three US Consulate officials and four Mobile Police escorts.

Speaking at a press conference on Thursday, Anambra State Commissioner of Police, Mr. Echeng Echeng, provided crucial details surrounding the arrest. He disclosed that a Joint Security Task Force, consisting of police tactical teams and troops from the Nigerian Army and Navy, conducted a raid on the suspects’ hideout located in the Ugwuaneocha community within Ogbaru LGA.

Upon their arrival, the security operatives encountered a deserted camp. Commissioner Echeng further added that during the operation, the camp was razed down. As a result of the operation, two persons of interest were apprehended and are currently undergoing intensive interrogations by the police.

Commissioner Echeng addressed the press briefing at the State Police Command headquarters in Amawbia. During his statement, he revealed that the victims comprised five male officials from the US Embassy and four armed police escorts who had traveled from Lagos. Their purpose was to assess the impact of erosion in the Ogbaru region. Tragically, the attack occurred while they were traveling in a convoy consisting of two vehicles.

While the investigation is ongoing, Commissioner Echeng assured the public that further findings will be shared in due course. The incident has highlighted the need for heightened security measures and a comprehensive probe into the motives behind the attack on the US Consulate Convoy.