The police command in Rivers says its operatives have neutralised David Uzoma Kamalu, a suspected kidnapper, at a hideout in Rumuodogu community of the state.
The police said Kamalu, popularly known as M-Kaze, was “notorious for orchestrating heinous crimes against innocent citizens”.
A statement by Grace Iringe-Koko, Rivers police spokesperson, said Kamalu was killed during an operation that took place last Sunday.
Iringe-Koko said Kamalu’s gang members engaged in a gun duel with the police officers during the operation.
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“In the ensuing engagement, M-Kaze was neutralized, while several other gang members escaped with varying degrees of bullet wounds,” the statement reads.
“A thorough search of the hideout yielded a cache of incriminating exhibits, including: one pump-action shotgun; two live cartridges; and various local charms believed to be used for protection and intimidation.
“The deceased suspect, M-Kaze, was a high-value target with a notorious reputation for orchestrating heinous crimes against innocent citizens.
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“Due to his egregious crimes and notorious leadership of a kidnapping syndicate, a bounty was placed on M-Kaze’s head by the then chairman of Emohua LGA and this declaration underscores the significant threats he has posed to the safety and security of the community.
“He was declared wanted by law enforcement agencies for his involvement in the gruesome murder and beheading of a local security operative popularly called “Hunter Commander”, Mr. Alete, in January 2025, and multiple high-profile kidnappings and armed robberies along the East-West Road corridor, terrorizing residents and commuters.”
