Enugu church attack: DSS, others arrest three suspects, recover four AK-47 rifles
Three suspects linked to the Enugu church attack have been arrested by security agencies, recovering four AK-47 rifles. Two victims freed. Read More: https://punchng.com/enugu-church-attack-dss-others-arrest-three-suspects-recover-four-ak-47-rifles/
Three suspected members of a notorious kidnapping gang linked to the August 2 attack on St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Enugu have been apprehended by security forces. The Department of State Services, Nigerian Army, Police, Enugu State Forest Guard, and other agencies conducted a joint operation to apprehend the suspects. One suspect was killed during a gun battle, while four AK-47 rifles and ammunition were recovered from the group.
The arrested individuals were identified by two of the three victims who were abducted during the attack. The state governor, Peter Mbah, visited the DSS headquarters to inspect the arrested suspects, along with the Secretary to the State Government, Prof. Chidiebere Onyia. Onyia commended the security agencies' efforts and warned residents against collaborating with criminal groups, emphasizing that Enugu State will not tolerate criminal activities.
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