Operatives of the Enugu State Police Command have rescued a 13-year-old girl from suspected ritual killers in Umuojor village, Ishiagu community, Ezeagu Local Government Area of the state, ABN TV reports.
The rescue operation, which took place in the early hours of Tuesday, May 27, 2025, was conducted by police officers assigned to the Umumba Division in collaboration with Neighbourhood Watch groups and local community members.
Three suspects—Uche Kingsley Agumba (33), Ilo Nweze Onyedikachi (36), and Ejike Odinwankpa (38)—were arrested at the scene. However, the alleged mastermind of the crime, a native doctor identified as High Chief Levi Onyeka Obu, also known as “Ezeani” and “E-Dey-Play-E-Dey-Show,” escaped and is currently on the run.
During the operation, police discovered two decomposing bodies—one male and one female—buried in a concrete-sealed pit inside an uncompleted building reportedly used as a shrine by the fleeing suspect. Investigations suggest the victims were murdered for ritual purposes, and the rescued girl was moments away from suffering the same fate.
Following the discovery, the Enugu State Government swiftly demolished the shrine and other buildings linked to the prime suspect, declaring zero tolerance for criminal enterprises of such nature.
Commissioner of Police, CP Mamman Bitrus Giwa, who visited the crime scene, commended the prompt action of the officers, local security personnel, and the community. He has ordered the Command’s Tactical and Intelligence Units to intensify efforts to apprehend the fleeing native doctor and other accomplices.
“The Command will not rest until every individual involved in this evil act is brought to book,” CP Giwa assured.
The rescued minor is currently receiving medical care and psychological support.
