The principal suspect in the alleged flogging to death of a 12-year-old boy in Anambra State has surrendered to the police following an intensive manhunt by security operatives.

The Anambra State Police Command said the suspect, Mrs. Dim Ebere, 47, voluntarily reported to the Neni Police Station after sustained efforts by the Command’s Safe School Protection Squad, officers of the Neni Divisional Police Headquarters, and continued engagement with community leaders and other stakeholders in Adazi-Ani.

According to the Command, the suspect is currently in police custody and will be transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) in Awka, where investigations will be concluded.

The Police Command commended the Adazi-Ani community, traditional rulers and other stakeholders for their cooperation, describing their support as instrumental in securing the suspect’s surrender.

In a statement, the Police Public Relations Officer in the state, Tochukwu Ikenga, assured the family of the deceased and the public that justice would be served.

Ikenga also appealed to residents to remain calm, shun jungle justice, and continue to provide credible information that would assist security agencies in maintaining law and order across the state. (Radio Nigeria)