The Force Headquarters of the Nigeria Police has announced the recovery of arms carted away by suspected kidnappers in Ohoro Forest, Ughelli North Local Government Area of Delta State, where some police operatives were ambushed and gruesomely murdered earlier this year.
That gory incident led to the loss of 13 police rifles to the criminal suspects.
A statement signed by the Force Public Relations Officer, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, made available to journalists in Warri, Delta State on Tuesday, said the Force Intelligence Department Intelligence Response Team had “successfully recovered 10 of these arms.”
The statement added that some of the bandits had also been neutralised.
The statement partly reads, “Leveraging the recent charge on succinct intelligence gathering and sharing for effective operational deployments by the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, the Force Intelligence Department Intelligence Response Team has made significant strides in the ongoing efforts to combat crime and restore security in Delta State and beyond.
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“Following the recent tragic events in Ohoro Forest, Ughelli Delta State, where some police operatives were ambushed and gruesomely murdered leading to the loss of 13 police rifles to the criminal suspects, the FID-IRT has successfully recovered 10 of these arms.
“During a coordinated operation, the gallant operatives of the FID-IRT engaged the suspects in a gun duel which led to the neutralization of some of the suspects while the police operatives successfully reclaimed 10 of the stolen weapons, and recovered some arms used by the assailants”.
The statement reads further, “Additionally, the Nigeria Police has effectively addressed the kidnapping crisis that has plagued the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway with the arrest of six members of the notorious kidnapping gang terrorizing the area.
“The suspects are currently in custody, cooperating with ongoing investigations.
“The IG has reassured the public that the police will continue to employ all necessary measures to combat criminal activities across the nation as the safety and security of Nigerian citizens remain the top priority, and the Force is committed to maintaining peace and order through diligent and proactive efforts.”
The Force PRO said the IG reiterated the determination of his leadership to create a safe and secure environment for all citizens while appreciating their support and cooperation.
