The Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Police Command has arrested three suspects in connection with the recent attack on a Boys Brigade camping site in Zhayidna Village, Orozo, which led to the tragic death of a young camper, Johnson John.
The Command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Josephine Adeh, confirmed the development in a statement on Wednesday.
She revealed that the breakthrough came following a digital tracking operation and credible intelligence analysis on the mobile phones linked to the deceased.
According to Adeh, the Divisional Police Officer in Karshi, CSP Mbang Usang, led the successful operation that resulted in the arrest of three suspects: Stanley Ukweze, Dauda Yohana, and Gemu Adamu — all residents of Wasa Village, Karshi.
“At the point of arrest, three mobile phones were recovered from the suspects, two of which have been identified as belonging to the late Johnson John,”; Adeh stated.
She stated that the suspects are currently in custody and will be charged to court upon conclusion of the ongoing investigation.
The Commissioner of Police for the FCT, Ajao Adewale, vowed to ensure thorough and uncompromising investigation into the case.
He also expressed condolences to the family of the deceased and assured the public of justice.
“The Command appreciates the support of residents, community leaders, and youth stakeholders, and urges everyone to remain calm, vigilant, and law-abiding,”; the statement added.
Residents are encouraged to report suspicious activities through the FCT emergency hot lines:
0803 200 3913, 0802 894 0883, 0705 733 7653, or the Complaint Response Unit at 0810 731 4192.
