Police arrest 81 suspects in Asaba crime crackdown
A major police operation in Asaba has led to the arrest of 81 suspected criminals. According to the Delta State Police Command, the raid targeted known black spots in the city. Bright Edafe, the command’s spokesman, revealed that the suspects were apprehended for various offences, including drug-related crimes and illegal checkpoints. The operation also resulted in the seizure of vehicles and illicit substances.
What happened
- Bright Edafe stated that the raid was based on credible intelligence and focused on criminal flashpoints in Asaba.
- The operation was led by the Deputy Commissioner of Police, Department of Operations, with tactical teams involved.
- 81 suspects, including 50 males and 31 females, were arrested for offences such as possession of suspected illicit drugs and setting up an illegal checkpoint at the Asaba-Onitsha Head Bridge.
- Police recovered large quantities of Tramadol and substances suspected to be Indian hemp during the operation.
- Five vehicles were impounded for violations like operating an unauthorised taxi park and facilitating the distribution of suspected illicit drugs.
