By CHARLES IWUOHA

The Ebonyi police command has given more updates on the ongoing investigation into the kidnapping and murder of His Royal Highness, Francis Igwe.

The command further disclosed that on March 7, one of the suspects led operatives attached to the Anti- kidnapping Squad to his lair.

During the search of the location, officers recovered one SMG rifle, one pump-action rifle, three locally made Beretta pistols, eleven rounds of 9mm live ammunition, a shovel, and assorted charms.

This was contained in a statement issued on Tuesday by the command's Spokesperson, SP Joshua Ukandu and made available to journalists in Abakaliki.

It revealed that on March 8, 2026, operatives arrested one of the suspects and the alleged mastermind of the kidnapping and murder of the monarch, identified as Nwazunku Stephen, at his hideout in Ikwo after sustained surveillance and intelligence-led operations.

“The suspect,” according to SP Ukandu, “has since provided useful information and is currently assisting the command in the ongoing investigation.

“The Command assures the public that investigations are ongoing and all those connected to the crime will be apprehended and brought to justice.”