Police in Enugu State say they have arrested 38 suspects in connection with the killing of Reverend Father Matthew Eya of the Nsukka Catholic Diocese. The priest was attacked and murdered on 19 September along the Eha-Ndiagu Eha-Etiti Road in Nsukka Local Government Area.
The State Police Public Relations Officer, Daniel Ndukwe, confirmed the arrests on Sunday, adding that a manhunt for the killers is continuing. He said the suspects were picked up during raids and bush combing operations by officers under the Udenu Area Command, with incriminating items recovered.
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Commissioner of Police Mamman Bitrus Giwa has extended condolences to the late priest’s family and the Catholic Church. He assured that the command will pursue the investigation vigorously to ensure those responsible face justice.
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