Police arrest five suspected armed robbers in Delta

The Delta State Police Command has made five arrests in connection with a string of armed robberies in Ujode Community, Ughelli North Local Government Area. According to Police Public Relations Officer SP Bright Edafe, a raid on October 16, 2026, led to the capture of 29-year-old Thankgod Ejakpomewhe. The suspect was found in possession of a locally made long gun and a live cartridge.

Edafe also stated that while attempting to apprehend the remaining members of the gang, police forces encountered resistance. The operation, carried out through the CP-SAT unit, yielded a firearm and other incriminating evidence.

In a separate development, the Special Anti-Kidnapping Unit of Ubuluku in Ika South LGA apprehended four suspects on October 15, 2026. The team, alerted by credible intelligence, raided a suspected criminal hideout in Alisimen Community. The suspects identified were Okwunzuwa Rubben, 28; John Onyeka, 42; Uzoma Ifeyinwa, 20; and Osas Atoe, 22. During the operation, law enforcement recovered a double-barreled pump-action gun, a laptop, six mobile phones, a camouflage cap and jacket, and five rounds of live cartridges.

State Commissioner of Police, CP Samuel Erale, lauded the efforts of the arresting officers, emphasizing the state command's commitment to dismantling criminal networks and discouraging the illicit trade of firearms. He urged the general public to remain vigilant, providing timely and accurate information to facilitate ongoing investigations.