The Rivers State Police Command has said that a notorious kidnapper, Uzoma David Kamalu, popularly known as M-Kaze, who has been terrorizing the Emohua axis of the state has been shot dead.
A statement on Thursday by the spokesperson of the command, SP Grace Iringe-Koko said that the suspect who had been on the wanted list of security agencies in the state was killed in a shoot -out with the police on May 25, 2025.
“In a daring operation, on the 25th of May, 2025, operatives from the Rumuji Division of the Rivers State Police Command neutralized a suspected notorious kidnapper and murderer, David Uzoma Kamalu, ‘m’ a.k a. M-Kaze and recovered exhibits in a tactical raid on a suspected criminal hideout in Rumuodogu 1 Community, Emohua Local Government Area”, the statement said.
The statement said the operation, which commenced at about 0100hrs. was the culmination of days of intensive intelligence gathering, showcasing the command’s commitment to leveraging cutting-edge intelligence to disrupt and dismantle criminal networks.
“During the operation, the police operatives encountered fierce armed resistance from the gang members, leading to an exchange of gunfire.
“In the ensuing engagement, M-Kaze was neutralized, while several other gang members escaped with varying degrees of bullet wounds.”
The statement added that 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.
According to the police, the deceased suspect, M-Kaze, was a high-value target with a notorious reputation for orchestrating heinous crimes against innocent citizens.
“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 Local Government Area and this declaration underscores the significant threats he has posed to the safety and security of the community.
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“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”, the statement added.
The police said investigation is currently ongoing, alongside efforts to apprehend the fleeing gang members, urging the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious individuals with gunshot wounds to the nearest security agency.
According to the statement, all recovered items have been meticulously documented as crucial exhibits for further investigation and potential prosecution.
It restated the commitment of the state Commissioner of Police, Olugbenga Adepoju to ensuring public safety and security, while assuring the public that efforts will continue to be made to apprehend and bring to justice all perpetrators of crime in the state.
