Police arrest 60-year-old man for suspected gunrunning in Cross River
A 60-year-old man, Okon William, has been arrested by the Cross River State Police Command for alleged gunrunning in the Odukpani Local Government Area. The arrest was made after police received credible intelligence about illegal arms activities in the Ubanbat community. According to ASP Sunday Eitokpah, the operation led to the recovery of two locally fabricated firearms. The suspect is currently in police custody as investigations continue.
What happened
- Okon William was apprehended by the Cross River State Police Command’s Anti-Kidnapping Unit in the Ubanbat community.
- The arrest took place on April 19, 2026, at about 1700 hours, following credible intelligence.
- Two locally fabricated long guns were recovered from the suspect during a search.
- Preliminary investigations suggest Okon William is involved in illicit arms trafficking and used covert methods to avoid detection.
- The police are intensifying efforts to apprehend other members of the network and recover more illegal arms, while urging residents to provide credible information.
