Sunday, October 11, 2026 - Operatives of the Delta Stars Police Command have arrested a 26-year-old suspected armed robber, Sunday Nimel, in Asaba.
Firearms and ammunition were recovered from the suspect.
A statement released on Saturday by Delta State
Police Public Relations Officer, SP Bright Edafe, said the suspect, who was
arrested on 7th October 2026, is responsible for several armed robbery
operations in Asaba and its environs.
The statement read, “The Delta State Police Command has
arrested a 26-year-old suspected armed robber in Asaba and recovered three
firearms and ammunition during an intelligence-led operation.
“On 7th October 2026, at about 2230hrs, operatives of the CP
Special Assignment Team (CP-SAT), Ughelli, acting on credible intelligence in
collaboration with local vigilantes, arrested Sunday Nimel, a
suspected member of an armed robbery syndicate allegedly responsible for
several residential armed robbery operations in Asaba and its environs.
“During interrogation, the suspect made useful statements
that led operatives to a hideout near Okpanam City Gate, where one (1) AK-47
rifle, three (3) rounds of live ammunition and two (2) locally made cut-to-size
guns were recovered.”
“Investigation is ongoing.”
Meanwhile, the Delta State Commissioner of Police, CP Samuel
E. Erale, has commended the operatives for the successful operation and
reiterated the command’s commitment to intelligence-led policing and the
dismantling of criminal networks across the state.
The CP also urged residents to continue supporting the
police with credible information, assuring that the command remains committed
to protecting lives and property.
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