Police find pistol hidden in bread, arrest suspect in Rivers
Police in Rivers State have arrested a suspect after finding a pistol hidden inside a loaf of bread during a routine stop-and-search in Port Harcourt. The suspect, Braya Nanas, was reportedly carrying the weapon without authorization. According to police spokesperson ASP Blessing Agabe, the firearm had no visible serial number and was allegedly bought in Okrika for N800,000. The police have urged residents to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities.
What happened
- Police recovered a Browning pistol concealed in a loaf of bread during a stop-and-search on Azikiwe Road, Port Harcourt.
- The suspect, Braya Nanas, was arrested and admitted to purchasing the weapon in Okrika for N800,000.
- The firearm had no visible serial number, raising concerns about its origin.
- Olugbenga Adepoju, the Commissioner of Police, warned the public about deceptive tactics used by criminals.
- Residents were advised to avoid handling unknown items and to support law enforcement with timely information.
