{
  "id": 13209357,
  "title": "Police arrest 27-year-old ex-convict over alleged POS operator robberies in Awka",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/09/police-arrest-27-year-old-ex-convict-over-alleged-pos-operator",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-09T20:42:32.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Daily Post Nigeria",
    "slug": "daily-post-nigeria",
    "url": "https://dailypost.ng/2026/10/09/police-arrest-27-year-old-ex-convict-over-alleged-pos-operator-robberies-in-awka/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Anambra State Police Command has apprehended a 27-year-old former inmate, Chidera Anthony Eleh, also known as \"Timaya,\" in connection with alleged motorcycle-assisted robberies targeting Point of Sale (POS) operators in Awka. The arrest was prompted by the dissemination of a video capturing suspected armed robbers assaulting POS operators at Aroma Junction in Awka and stealing their money. Following the video's circulation, police initiated an investigation that culminated in the suspect's capture during an intelligence-led operation on Friday, October 9, 2026. Items seized from the suspect comprise a motorcycle, an axe, a cutlass, and other items believed to be connected to the alleged offenses. Police Public Relations Officer SP Tochukwu Ikenga confirmed the arrest and stated that the suspect is presently under police custody. Ikenga also revealed that investigations are underway to identify and apprehend the suspect's alleged accomplices.",
  "summary": "The Anambra State Police Command has arrested a 27-year-old ex-convict, Chidera Anthony Eleh, popularly known as “Timaya,” over alleged motorcycle-assisted robberies targeting Point of Sale (POS) operators in Awka. The arrest follows the circulation of a video showing suspected armed robbers attacking POS operators at Aroma Junction in Awka and carting away their cash. Following […] Police arrest…",
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  "coverage": {
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Punch",
        "title": "Police arrest ex-convict over robbery of POS operators in Anambra",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/09/police-arrest-ex-convict-over-robbery-of-pos-operators-in-anambra",
        "published": "2026-10-09T18:10:10.000Z"
      }
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}