Anambra Police Dismiss Helicopter Rumors as False Alarm

The Anambra State Police Command has officially dismissed a viral security alert circulating on social media, which claimed that a military helicopter had dropped unknown items in a bush area near Nimo and Adazi Nnukwu in the Anaocha Local Government Area. The command characterized the alert as a false alarm that could cause unnecessary panic and undermine public confidence in the state's security network.

In an official statement released on Thursday, the police spokesperson, Tochukwu Ikenga, indicated that a tactical team had been dispatched to the area to verify the claims. Following the investigation, it was reported that the alleged location showed no suspicious objects, and normal activities continued in the vicinity.

The Commissioner of Police for Anambra State, Ikioy Orutugu, urged residents to remain vigilant and to disregard the false narrative. He reiterated the command's commitment to proactive policing and encouraged the public to report any suspicious activities to the nearest police station.