Anambra Police Rescue 10-Year-Old Boy in Okpoko, Seek Help to Locate Family

The Anambra State Police Command has rescued a 10 year old boy who reportedly lost his way home after going out to play in Okpoko, Ogbaru Local Government Area.

The child, identified as Chinecherem Onuwasoanya, was rescued by operatives of the Okpoko Police Division on the afternoon of November 1, 2026.

According to the Police, preliminary interaction revealed that the boy had left home to play but later became unable to find his way back or locate his family.

A concerned resident who found him wandering around the area took him to the police station for assistance. The child reportedly disclosed that he is from Ebenebe in Anambra State.

The Police Command said efforts were underway to establish contact with his parents or guardians and ensure his safe reunion with them.

The Commissioner of Police, CP Nnanna Oji Ama, commended the Good Samaritan for promptly bringing the child to the Police and urged residents to remain vigilant and support efforts to protect children and other vulnerable persons.

Parents and guardians were also advised to provide adequate supervision for their children and take measures to ensure they can be easily identified and traced if separated from their families.

Anyone with information that could help locate the boy’s parents or guardians is urged to contact Okpoko Police Division or the Anambra State Police Command.

The statement was issued by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, on November 1, 2026.