The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) police command says its operatives have arrested three suspects linked to the attack on the Boys Brigade camp in Zhayidna village, Orozo.
In a statement issued on Thursday, Josephine Adeh, the FCT force spokesperson, said the attack on the camp resulted in the death of one of the campers identified as Johnson John.
Adeh said Mbang Usang, the divisional police officer (DPO) of Karshi, led a team of operatives to arrest the three suspects in connection with the incident.
“The suspects, Stanley Ukweze, Dauda Yohana, and Gemu Adamu are all residents of Wasa Village Karshi,” the statement reads.
“At the time of arrest, three mobile phones were recovered from the suspects, two of which have been confirmed to belong to the deceased.
“The command deeply appreciates the continued cooperation of residents, community leaders, and youth stakeholders, and urges members of the public to remain calm and law-abiding,” Adewale said.
“FCT residents are encouraged to report any suspicious activities or persons to the police through the following emergency numbers: 0803 200 3913, 0802 894 0883, 0705 733 7653.”
The force spokesperson said the suspects are in custody and would be charged in court at the conclusion of investigation.
She added that Ajao Adewale, the commissioner of police in the FCT, reaffirmed the command’s dedication to thorough and uncompromising investigation.