By Onwa Ekor
The Cross River Police Command has arrested one Udeme Emmanuel Ekpeme, “M” aged 39, over allegations of impersonation, obtaining money by false pretence and the unlawful use of medical equipment.
A statement by the Command PRO, ASP Sunday Eitokpah, explained that, “the suspect was arrested by Police officers attached to Uwanse Division, Calabar South, following a complaint lodged by 45 years old Mrs Edemawan Samuel.”
The lady, according to the statement, “had alleged that the suspect falsely presented himself as a medical doctor and fraudulently obtained the sum of Five Hundred Thousand Naira (₦500,000) from her under the false promise of securing employment for her children at the University of Calabar Teaching Hospital (UCTH).”
Preliminary investigations revealed that the suspect allegedly used the false representation to deceive the complainant into parting with the money.
Relevant exhibits believed to be connected to the case were recovered during the investigation and the suspect is currently in police custody.
“The Commissioner of Police, Cross River Command, has directed that a thorough investigation be carried out to establish the full circumstances surrounding the case and determine whether there are other victims,” the statement added, maintaining that, “upon the conclusion of investigations, the suspect will be charged to court if sufficient evidence is established.”
Eitokpah further informed that the Command is actively conducting a discreet investigation into the matter to uncover the full extent of the suspect’s activities and to identify any other possible victims or accomplices.
He assured members of the public that further updates will be provided as investigations progress.
