Police commissioner orders probe of murder attempt as cult activities resurface in Imo

The Commissioner of Police for Imo State, Audu Garba Bosso, has ordered an extensive investigation into a suspected cult-related shooting incident that occurred in Owerri on November 11, 2026. The victim, identified as Gift Okoro, a 34-year-old male, was allegedly shot by unidentified assailants. The police spokesperson, Henry Okoye, confirmed that efforts are underway to determine the circumstances of the incident and apprehend the perpetrators.

The police commissioner has made it clear that cultism, gang violence, and all forms of criminality will not be tolerated in the state. He has directed the police to take all necessary measures to identify, arrest, and prosecute anyone found guilty of the crime in accordance with the law. The commissioner has assured residents of the command's commitment to protecting lives and property and urged the public to provide credible information that could assist in ongoing security efforts. The police commissioner's directive comes as cult-related activities have resurfaced in the state.