Police arrest man with pistol, 15 bullets in Abia

The Abia State Police Command has apprehended a 27-year-old man, Prosper Okey, from Ebonyi State, on suspicion of unlawfully possessing a firearm. Commissioner of Police, AIG Wilfred Afolabi, announced the arrest on Sunday following credible intelligence. The Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Maureen Chinaka, revealed that detectives from the Ikwuano Divisional Police Headquarters recovered a Bernardelli Model 60 Browning pistol and 15 rounds of ammunition during a search at Okey's residence in Umugbalu, Amaoba Community, Ikwuano.

The firearm was discovered in a search conducted at the suspect's home, which led to the collection of the illegal weapon and ammunition. Okey has been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) for further scrutiny, following which he will be charged to court for prosecution. Afolabi emphasized the police's dedication to proactive policing, intelligence-led operations, and combating crime across the state.

He also highlighted the command's commitment to protecting lives and property, and urged citizens to provide accurate information to aid in maintaining peace, safety, and security in Abia State.