BENUE POLICE ARREST 41 SUSPECTS OVER ALLEGED SLAUGHTERHOUSES IN MAKURDI

Policemen in Benue State have arrested 41 suspects in connection with alleged illegal slaughterhouses operating in Makurdi, the state capital.
The Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Udeme Edet, confirmed the arrests on Tuesday, following reports of suspicious activities at Awe Street in Wurukum, Makurdi.
The alleged slaughterhouses have been trending on social media, sparking public concern. One unidentified witness, who claimed to have been abducted on December 25 while returning from a church programme, described being taken to Awe Street by a motorcyclist. The witness recounted encountering several young girls in a room under disturbing circumstances and said one girl was offered money to secure her release but was refused.
Another social media account described a girl narrowly escaping the area after being lured by a motorcycle rider.
Responding to the allegations, DSP Edet said, “I’m aware of this, and the matter has been forwarded for action.” She added that raids were conducted at known black spots in Awe Street, Wurukum, and Wadata, resulting in the arrest of 41 suspects for further screening.
Police investigations are ongoing as authorities work to verify the allegations and ensure public safety.