Correctional officers
By ZAGAZOLA MAKAMA
The Police Command in Enugu State has arrested a personnel of the Nigeria Correctional Service over alleged involvement in kidnapping-related transactions.
Security sources confirmed the story to Zagazola, saying the suspect, identified as Mr. Ezu Ugochukwu, 41, also known as Sheyi, was attached to the Enugu Correctional Centre.
According to the sources, his arrest followed credible intelligence and confessions made by a suspect earlier apprehended in connection with a kidnapping case.
“Preliminary investigation revealed that the officer was in possession of the ATM card of the suspect while in prison custody, as well as those of other inmates.
“He allegedly withdrew ransom and other monies realized from kidnappings and fraudulent activities coordinated by the inmates and paid them into their bank accounts through POS operators,” the sources said.
The sources added that the suspect had made useful statements and was cooperating with investigators.
The sources said discreet investigation was ongoing and that further developments would be communicated. (Zagazola)
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