Four individuals has been sentenced to death by hanging for the murder of former Divisional Police Officer of Ahoada East, Superintendent of Police Bako Amgbashim by a Rivers State High Court in Port Harcourt. The convicts include Robinson Sonabari, a native doctor accused of preparing charms used in the killing, Bright Okparawo, Precious Amaeze (also known as Selina), and Loveday Jack (popularly known as Rugged Excess). The court also sentenced Samuel Nwadinma to three years’ imprisonment for conspiracy.

The late DPO was killed on September 8, 2023, during a police operation in Odemude community, Ahoada East Local Government Area. His body was reportedly dismembered, sparking widespread outrage and a major security crackdown.

Justice Sika Aprioku ruled that the prosecution proved beyond a reasonable doubt the charges of conspiracy, murder, membership of a secret cult group, and robbery against the four convicts. The lead prosecution counsel, Chigozie Amadi, commended the judiciary for ensuring justice was served.