Crime
At Least 26 Suspects Arrested Over Gruesome Murder Of Woman Accused Of Witchcraft In Cross River
Mrs Itagbor was beaten and burned alive by youths in the Netim community
At least 26 suspects have been arrested by the operatives of Cross River State Police Command for the gruesome murder of Mrs Martina Itagbor, who was accused of witchcraft in the State.
It would be recalled that Mrs Itagbor was beaten and burned alive by youths in the Netim community and accused of being responsible for the deaths of some youths in a car crash.
In a statement on Tuesday by the state command spokesperson, SP Irene Ugbo, said the suspects were arrested at various locations in the state, said the command had begun investigations into the matter to determine the culpability of the suspects.
She, however, reiterated that no stone would be left unturned to ensure that the perpetrators of the dastardly act were brought to book.
“We stand unwavering in our resolve and unyielding to any obstacle that may hinder the police from unravelling the depth of this matter,” she stated.
She said Commissioner of Police Gyogon Grimah had directed the prosecution of those involved in the woman’s killing.
