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Police arrest 95 suspected cultists in Delta, recover five firearms

Delta State Police Command has arrested 95 suspected cultists in coordinated raids across the state, recovering five firearms and ammunition. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-arrest-95-suspected-cultists-in-delta-recover-five-firearms/

Police arrest 95 suspected cultists in Delta, recover five firearms

The Delta State Police Command has conducted coordinated raids across Asaba, Ika South, Ughelli South, and Okpe Local Government Areas to arrest 95 suspected cultists, according to a statement from the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Bright Edafe. The operation, which followed intelligence reports, resulted in the recovery of five firearms, including two pump-action guns, one locally made gun, and two pistols.

Additionally, 12 live cartridges and seven expended cartridges were seized. In Asaba, 67 suspects were arrested after a raid on a hotel where the Supreme Vikings Confraternity was allegedly celebrating an anniversary. In Agbor, 15 more suspects were apprehended, while in Ughelli South, three individuals were arrested following a raid on a suspected cult hideout.

In Okpe, 10 additional suspects were taken into custody. The Commissioner of Police, CP Samuel Erale, praised the police for their efforts and warned that the force will not stand for any cult-related activities that threaten public peace.

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