The Imo State Government has sealed a hotel and a private mortuary in Umuhu Autonomous Community, Ngor-Okpala, suspected to be used by kidnappers and violent criminals.
The operation, conducted on Saturday, December 6, 2025, uncovered decomposed and mutilated corpses in unhygienic conditions, prompting concerns about possible illegal organ-harvesting activities.
The inspection was led by the Commissioner of Police, CP Aboki Danjuma, accompanied by the Commissioner for Health, Dr. Chioma Egu, the Chief Pathologist of Imo State Specialist Hospital, Dr. Ibeaja Okechukwu, members of the Ngor Okpala Vigilante Group led by Mr. Henry Ikpe, and the Chairman of Ngor Okpala LGA, Hon. Mrs. Chika Ibekwe.
The Imo State Police Command spokesperson stated on Sunday that the facilities are owned by a suspect identified as Stanley Morocco Oparaugo, who remains at large.
“As part of ongoing efforts to curb kidnapping and other violent crimes along the Owerri–Aba Expressway, a high-powered team led by the Commissioner of Police, Imo State Command, CP Aboki Danjuma on Saturday, 6th December, 2025, inspected suspected kidnappers hideouts in Umuhu Autonomous Community in Ngor-Okpala following credible intelligence on Stanley Morocco Oparaugo, currently at large,” the statement read.
The statement added that both the hotel and mortuary, allegedly used by kidnappers and violent criminals, were sealed on the directive of the State Government following the discoveries. The suspect’s residence was also searched, with crucial exhibits recovered, and forensic experts documented and secured evidence.
The Commissioner of Police assured the public that all accomplices would be identified and brought to justice. Stanley Morocco Oparaugo has been declared WANTED, and anyone with information is urged to contact the nearest police station or call 0803 477 3600.
Maximum security has been deployed along the Owerri–Aba Expressway, and the Command assured travelers during the holiday period of its commitment to their safety.
