Youths of Igboukwu community in Aguata Local Government Area have rescued a man chained and detained in a room by his father, who lied he had travelled abroad.
A video of the rescue of the young man whose name was given as Chogbo but popularly known among his friends in the community as Agudo has been circulating on social media.
The man was rescued by youths of the community after they suspected that he had been detained in a room in his father’s house, while the father allegedly tells everyone that his son has travelled abroad.
Meanwhile, police have confirmed the incident, promising to launch investigation into the matter and also ensure that anyone found culpable was adequately punished.
A press release by the state police command’s spokesperson, SP Tochukwu Ikenga stated that the victim has been rescued and receiving care presently.
He said: “The Commissioner of Police, Anambra State Command, CP Ikioye Orutugu has directed Police operatives to immediately investigate a disturbing report circulating in the media regarding a young man identified as Chogbo (popularly known as Agudo) from Igboukwu.
“The man was allegedly kept in chains for 5 years by his father with claims that he had travelled abroad.
“Preliminary inquiries are ongoing to establish the facts, safeguard the victim’s well-being, and the Command assures that where culpability is established, those responsible will be held accountable in accordance with the law.
“CP Orutugu commended the youths of the community for the proactive role they played in uncovering the incident, describing their action as a clear example of community partnership in policing.
“The Command commends the youths of the community for the proactive role they played in uncovering the incident, describing their action as a clear example of community partnership in policing.
“The victim has been rescued and is receiving necessary care, and further development shall be communicated to the public,” Ikenga stated.
