Police arrest suspected traditionalist, recover arms in Delta
Operatives of the Delta State Police Command have arrested a traditionalist, Chukwuka Nzete, and another suspect, Joel Iwomi, 36, over alleged illegal possession of firearms. The police also recovered two pump-action guns, 18 live cartridges and other dangerous items from the suspects. The suspects were arrested in Isupe Community, Ndokwa West Local Government Area, and […]
In Delta State, police have apprehended two individuals, Chukwuka Nzete and Joel Iwomi, over allegations of possessing firearms illegally. In addition to the suspects, authorities seized two pump-action firearms, 18 live cartridges, and other dangerous items.
Nzete, a traditionalist, was detained in Isupe Community, Ndokwa West Local Government Area, as part of an intelligence-driven operation to curb the spread of illicit firearms and violent crimes. His arrest was made by the Violent Crime Response Unit (VCRU) and the Command Anti-Cult Unit (CACU). Police claim that Nzete was involved in the illegal sale and distribution of firearms, allegedly running a shrine where suspected criminals were sheltered.
During a search of his residence, police found a pump-action gun, four knives, a battle axe, and containers with what they suspect to be charms.
Meanwhile, Iwomi, aged 36, was apprehended in Ukwuani Local Government Area following intelligence that he owned a firearm and ammunition. Despite the police's efforts to gain access to his home, he initially resisted. A subsequent search resulted in the seizure of a pump-action gun and 18 live cartridges. Edafe, the police spokesperson, stated that both suspects are currently under custody while investigators delve deeper into the case.
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