On September 25, 2024, the Anambra State Police Command announced the arrest of two suspects and the recovery of a bag of gunpowder, along with ammunition, during a series of intelligence-driven patrols across the state.
According to the police spokesperson, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, the arrests occurred as part of a joint security task force operation. “The police arrested two suspects and recovered a large quantity of gunpowder concealed in a bag of cassava flakes (garri), along with a locally-made pistol and live ammunition,” Ikenga reported.
The incident unfolded on September 22 when police operatives on patrol in the Pillar-Pole area of Aguata intercepted a suspect carrying three bags of garri. Upon inspection, the operatives discovered gunpowder hidden beneath the food items. Preliminary investigations indicated that the suspect was on his way to deliver groceries and gunpowder intended for the production of Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) for a criminal gang.
Ikenga confirmed that the suspect is currently in custody and is assisting police efforts to apprehend other gang members.
In a separate operation, the Special Anti-Cultism Squad raided a criminal hideout in Oba, Idemili South Local Government Area, early on September 25. During this operation, one Nelson Wisdom, a native of Etsako East LGA in Edo State, was arrested, and police recovered a locally fabricated pistol along with two live rounds of ammunition.
Commissioner of Police in Anambra State, CP Nnaghe Itam, reiterated the Command’s commitment to collaborating with other security agencies to act on credible information and suppress criminal activities. He assured the public that all suspects would face charges in court upon the completion of investigations.
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