The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has launched a manhunt for the killers of retired Army Brigadier General Uwem Harold Udokwere, who was slain in a robbery attack at Sunshine Estate in Abuja.
The incident occurred in the early hours of Saturday, June 22, 2024, at approximately 3:00 a.m.
According to the police, a group of armed robbers invaded the estate, broke into the general’s residence, and shot him during a struggle.
The Commissioner of Police, FCT Command, CP Benneth C. Igweh, has condemned the attack and promised to leave no stone unturned in apprehending the perpetrators.
A statement by the FCT Police Public Relations Officer, SP Josephine Adeh, indicated that the police have commenced a thorough investigation into the incident and are urging anyone with useful information to come forward.
“CP Benneth Igweh assures the family and the public of swift justice, with every effort being made to ensure the perpetrators of this atrocious act are apprehended and brought to justice,” she added.
The retired general’s body has been deposited at a hospital mortuary for autopsy, while the investigation is ongoing.