Tragic Kidnapping and Murder in Enugu: 18-Year-Old Arrested for Heinous Crime

A disturbing incident has shaken the community in Enugu State, Nigeria, where an 18-year-old suspect, Obodoagu Ikediekpere Wisdom, has been arrested for allegedly kidnapping and murdering his 5-year-old cousin, Obodoagu Wisdom. The suspect reportedly demanded a ransom of ₦1 million from the victim’s father, but upon failure to receive the payment, he brutally murdered the child and buried him in a nearby bush.

The Enugu State Police Command’s Anti-Kidnapping Tactical Squad apprehended the prime suspect and his accomplice, 24-year-old Sunday Michael, a security guard, on August 11 and 12, 2025. During interrogation, the suspects confessed to the crime, and the prime suspect led operatives to the scene where the victim’s body was exhumed.

The State Commissioner of Police, CP Mamman Bitrus Giwa, has extended his condolences to the bereaved family and assured that the suspects will be arraigned once investigations are concluded. The police command has reaffirmed its commitment to investigating heinous crimes and delivering justice.

This tragic incident highlights the need for increased vigilance and community support to prevent such crimes. The police command’s swift action in apprehending the suspects is a testament to their dedication to justice.

– 18-year-old suspect arrested for kidnapping and murdering 5-year-old cousin

– Suspect demanded ₦1 million ransom, murdered child when payment wasn’t made
– Police command assures justice will be served, extends condolences to bereaved family

The community is left to grapple with the shocking nature of this crime, and the police command’s efforts to bring the perpetrators to justice will be closely watched.