Police stop kidnapping attempt and seize weapons in Delta
Three suspected kidnappers were intercepted by the Delta State Police Command after a covert operation. The police, led by Julius Robinson and aided by community vigilantes, stormed a criminal hideout in the Upper Agbarho area. The suspects opened fire but were forced to flee, abandoning weapons and ammunition. CP Aina Adesola praised the officers for their bravery and assured residents of continued efforts to fight crime.
What happened
- The Delta State Police Command foiled a planned kidnap operation after receiving credible intelligence.
- The operation took place at about 9:35 p.m. on January 11, 2026, in the Upper Agbarho area.
- Officers recovered an FNC rifle, a pump-action gun, and live ammunition left behind by the fleeing suspects.
- CP Aina Adesola commended the police team and reiterated the command’s commitment to fighting crime.
- A manhunt has been launched to apprehend the suspects who escaped.
