A 3-YEAR-OLD BOY WAS STRUCK BY GUNFIRE AS POLICE BURST INTO A BARRICADED ROOM, ENDING A FRIGHTENING HOSTAGE SITUATION.(PHOTO).

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 A Mother's Day Nightmare in Princeton, Illinois. A 3-year-old boy was struck by gunfire as police burst into a barricaded room, ending a frightening hostage situation. Multiple agencies responded to the Hummingbird Mobile Home Park in Princeton, Illinois, on Sunday, May 10th at 2:42 a.m. The initial call went out as a domestic disturbance but officers discovered much worse.  42-year-old, Anthony Rodriguez, had barricaded himself in a room armed with a knife. Anthony had taken several people as hostages, including Aurora Almanza and her 3-year-old son.  Multiple agencies were on the scene, including the Bureau County Sheriff's Office, Illinois State Police and  the Princeton Police Department.  Authorities attempted to negotiate but ultimately rushed the room when they heard screaming coming from inside.  Officials have reported that officers fired shots as they entered the room. Anthony Rodriguez was hit and was neutralized.  Sadly, Aurora Almanza's t...

ANAMBRA POLICE PARTNERS MINISTRY OF TOURISM TO HOST RESTAURANT AND BAR OWNERS TO ENHANCE SECURITY ON CLUB ROAD AWKA AND OTHER TOURIST ATTRACTIONS IN THE STATE. (PHOTOS). #PRESS RELEASE.


 ANAMBRA POLICE PARTNERS MINISTRY OF TOURISM TO HOST RESTAURANT AND BAR OWNERS TO ENHANCE SECURITY ON CLUB ROAD AWKA AND OTHER TOURIST ATTRACTIONS IN THE STATE


The Commissioner of Police Anambra State, *CP Ikioye Orutugu fwc MNIPS PhD* on Thursday, April 10, 2025, partnered with the Anambra State Ministry of Tourism to host the Anambra State Restaurant and Bar Owners Association at the Police Command Headquarters in Awka. The meeting focused on implementing enhanced security and safety measures to safeguard businesses, employees and customers, particularly on Club Road, Awka and other key entertainment and tourist attractions in the State.  


During his address, *CP Orutugu* disclosed that security assessments revealed that some bars and lounges were being used as meeting points by criminal elements. He urged business owners to cooperate with law enforcement agencies by maintaining vigilance and promptly reporting suspicious activities. The CP assured the public of increased police patrols and improved surveillance to deter crimes and to swiftly address security threats.  


The Commissioner of Culture and Tourism Hon Don Onyeji thanked the *CP* for this initiative and pledged the support of his Ministry to assist the Command in this regard. He also noted that Anambra State has a rich cultural heritage, with numerous tourist attractions such as Agulu Lake, Ogbunike Cave and Igbo Ukwu Museum, etc which showcase the State's history, art and natural beauty. 


The Association was pleased with the development and promised immediate implementation of some of the directives by the Command. 


In attendance includes the Deputy Commissioner of Police in charge of Operation DCP Ibrahim Ezekiel, Assistant Commissioner of Police in charge of State Intelligence Department ACP Tochukwu Umeh, Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Security (Anti-Cultism) Hon Kingsley Ezika and senior members of the Association. 


The Police Command remains committed to opening more channels of engagement to improve safety and security in the State.


*SP Tochukwu Ikenga*

Police Public Relations Officer

Anambra State Police Command, Awka  


10th April 2025.

One more photo below. 


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