Troops from Sector 1 of the Joint Task Force Operation Delta Safe have arrested three individuals found in possession of weapons in Delta State. The suspects, identified as Abel Festus, Ramsey Akporoyibo, and Stephen Omah, were apprehended on Friday, September 27, 2024, while travelling in a Lexus RX 350 with registration number YAB 347 CQ, in the Oghareki community, Ethiope West Local Government Area.
In a statement released by Major Emmanuel Onoja, Assistant Director of Army Public Relations, the operation resulted in the seizure of a significant cache of weapons. The recovered items included five pump-action rifles, a Dane gun, a battle axe, and 51 cartridges.
The suspects have been taken into custody for interrogation and further investigation, with plans for their arraignment in court soon.
"The operation marks another successful effort in maintaining security and curbing illegal activities in the region," the statement said.
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