Police Begin Investigation Into Case Of Teenager Chained For Five Years By Father

CHUKWUJEKWU ILOZUE

The Anambra State Police Command has commenced investigation into a case of a teenager chained by his native doctor father for five years while claiming that the young man had travelled abroad.
The young man identified as Chogbo popularly known as Agudo, from Igboukwu.
Following this, the Commissioner of Police, Ikioye Orutugu directed Police operatives to immediately investigate the disturbing report which has been circulating in the media.
Orutugu also commend the youths of the community for the proactive role they played in uncovering the incident, describing their action as a clear example of community partnership in community policing.

According to a press statement issued by the Police Public Relations Officer Ikenga Tochukwu, a Superintendent of Police, Preliminary inquiries are ongoing to establish the facts and safeguard the victim’s well-being.
The Command assured that where culpability is established, those responsible will be held accountable in accordance with the law.
Meanwhile, the victim has been rescued and is receiving necessary care.
The Command commends the youths of the community for the proactive role they played in uncovering the incident, describing their action as a clear example of community partnership in policing#