{
  "id": 7315998,
  "title": "Herbalist Arrested with Pump-Action Gun in Delta",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/14/herbalist-arrested-with-pump-action-gun-in-delta",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-14T12:25:39.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Daily Trust",
    "slug": "daily-trust",
    "url": "https://dailytrust.com/herbalist-arrested-with-pump-action-gun-in-delta/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Delta State Police Command apprehended herbalist Chukwuka Nzete and Joel Iwomi, 36, for allegedly possessing firearms illegally, according to officials. Two pump-action firearms, 18 live rounds, and other dangerous contraband were seized during separate raids in Isupe Community, Ndokwa West, and Ukwuani Local Government Areas. Delta State Police spokesperson, Bright Edafe, stated that the suspects were apprehended by the Violent Crime Response Unit (VCRU) and the Command Anti-Cult Unit (CACU) in intelligence-led operations. Chukwuka Nzete was being investigated for involvement in firearms trafficking and operating a shrine for criminal elements. Police found a pump-action gun, four daggers, an axe, and possibly charm substances during a raid on his residence. Joel Iwomi, who refused police entry, had a pump-action gun and 18 rounds seized after a forced entry. Both remain in police custody pending further investigation.",
  "summary": "Operatives of the Delta State Police Command have arrested a herbalist, identified as Chukwuka Nzete, and another suspect, Joel Iwomi, 36, over alleged illegal possession of firearms. The police 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, […]",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}