Police recover arms after foiling kidnapping in Delta
The Delta State Police Command is searching for six suspected kidnappers who escaped after a gun battle with officers in the Upper Agbarho area. According to Bright Edafe, the suspects abandoned their weapons and fled the scene with injuries. The police, acting on credible intelligence, coordinated with community vigilantes to intercept the suspects. Aina Adesola, the Commissioner of Police, praised the officers for their bravery and vowed continued action against criminal activity.
What happened
- Six suspected kidnappers fled during a shootout with police operatives in the Upper Agbarho area.
- Officers recovered an FNC rifle, a pump-action gun, and live ammunition abandoned by the suspects.
- The operation was led by ASP Julius Robinson and involved collaboration with community vigilantes.
- Bright Edafe stated that a manhunt is ongoing to apprehend the fleeing suspects.
- Aina Adesola commended the police for their actions and reaffirmed the command’s commitment to fighting crime.
