Police nab four suspects over Anambra Hotel robbery, rape

Four persons have been arrested in connection with the raping of two ladies in a hotel in Isuaniocha, Anambra state.

The suspected gunmen reportedly stormed the hotel and made away with money and other valuables from the hotel during the operation.

The Police Public Relations Officer, Haruna Mohammed who confirmed the arrest, said the arrest was made possible with the aid of a CCTV camera installed by the hotel management.

He said, “On the 6/7/2020 one Engr Nwammadu Charles ‘m’ of Prince Charles Hotel Isuanuocha in Awka North LGA of Anambra State reported at Mgbaku Police out- Station that on the 6/7/2020 at about 1:am,hoodlums climbed over the hotel fence and allegedly robbed some customers of their phones and other valuables.

“Preliminary investigation led to the arrest of four suspects with the aid of a CCTV camera installed by the hotel management.

“Meanwhile, case is under investigation and suspects are assisting the Police with useful information that will aid investigation after which those found wanting would be brought to book.

“Consequently, the Commissioner of Police, John Abang further reiterate his clarion call on all hoteliers in the State to as a matter of urgency install CCTV Cameras in all hotel premises.

He also stressed the need for background checks on their staff as a proactive measure to enhance Safety and Security at their respective hotels and to avert similar incident.”