The Delta State Police Command has successfully apprehended two individuals, David Tacho and Daniel Orshio, in connection with the alleged murder of their site manager, Chigozie Udalor. The victim, who managed a fish pond at Bod Camp in Akwukwu-Igbo, was reported missing on December 12, 2024, by his cousin, Hyacinth Nnalue, prompting an investigation by the Akwukwu-Igbo Police Division. The case was subsequently transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) for a more comprehensive and technically driven investigation under the directive of Commissioner of Police, CP Olufemi Abaniwonda. This led to a significant breakthrough in the case several months later.
The arrests of David Tacho and Daniel Orshio occurred on March 31, 2025, after a period of meticulous investigation. David Tacho was apprehended while attempting to withdraw money from the deceased’s Moniepoint account using the victim’s phone, providing a crucial link to the crime. The subsequent arrest of Daniel Orshio further solidified the police’s suspicions regarding their involvement in Udalor’s disappearance and suspected murder. The investigation uncovered a conspiracy involving not only the arrested individuals but also two other suspects, Victor Tacho (David’s brother) and Pius Daniel, who remain at large.
The unfolding narrative paints a grim picture of betrayal and greed. All four suspects were employed by the deceased at the fish pond, a seemingly ordinary work environment that masked a sinister plot. Upon discovering that Udalor possessed a sum of money in his Moniepoint account, the group allegedly hatched a plan to rob and murder him. Their motive appears to have been purely financial, driven by a desire to acquire the victim’s funds. This seemingly mundane workplace dynamic tragically transformed into a scene of violence and betrayal.
The alleged method of the crime, as revealed by the police investigation, was brutal and calculated. The suspects allegedly attacked Udalor, striking him on the head with a hammer. They then bound him and buried him in a shallow grave within the premises of the fish farm, attempting to conceal their heinous act. This callous disregard for human life underscores the gravity of the crime and the potential danger posed by the suspects, especially the two still at large. The fact that the suspects chose to bury Udalor on the very site where they worked together adds a chilling layer of audacity to the crime.
Following the arrests of David Tacho and Daniel Orshio, the police exhumed Udalor’s body from the shallow grave. This grim discovery provided concrete evidence of the murder and allowed for an autopsy to be conducted, which will play a crucial role in the legal proceedings against the apprehended suspects. The autopsy will likely establish the cause of death and provide further details about the circumstances surrounding the crime, strengthening the prosecution’s case. The exhumation and subsequent autopsy represent a crucial step in bringing justice to Chigozie Udalor and his grieving family.
While the arrests of two suspects mark a significant step forward in the investigation, the Delta State Police Command is actively pursuing the remaining two suspects, Victor Tacho and Pius Daniel. Their apprehension is critical to ensuring that all those responsible for this heinous crime are brought to justice. The police are likely employing various investigative techniques to track down the fleeing suspects, including analyzing phone records, conducting interviews with potential witnesses, and collaborating with other law enforcement agencies. The ongoing search highlights the commitment of the police to thoroughly investigate the case and hold all perpetrators accountable for their actions. The community, too, plays a vital role in providing information that could lead to the capture of the remaining suspects and provide a sense of closure to this tragic event.
