By Ogenyi Ogenyi, Uyo
The Police in Akwa Ibom has said it arrested 54 suspects in connections with several armed robbery, kidnapping, vandalism and cultism in the last two months
It has also said that it has concluded arrangements to ensure that there would be public peace this weekend during the visit of President Bola Tinubu to the state
State Police Commissioner, Mr Baba Azare told a press conference in Uyo on Thursday that the suspects nclude 6 suspected Armed Robbers,seven auspected kidnappers and one murder suspect.
It also included 30 suspected cultists, six suspected vndals and four burglars.
Itema recovered from them include two
ouble barrel cut to size locally made guns, one incomplete long gun, two single barrel/cut-to-size guns recovered and 18 locally made pistols
it also rescued -three Kidnapped victims and recovered cartridges, two vehicles and various ammunitions.
The commissioner maintained that the Command has demonstrated total commitment to policing with integrity, strategy, and resolve within the period.
” We have dismantled cult cells, crushed burglary syndicates, thwarted kidnappers, repelled pirates, and intercepted vandals and robbers. Let this serve as a clear message: Akwa Ibom is no haven for criminals.” Azare said.
This command under his watch he said would continue to remain tough, smart, and focused warning that individuals or group intent on threatening the peace of this state wouls be decisively dealt with.
“We use this occasion to once again urge the public to continue providing actionable information. Together, we will consolidate our gains and deepen community.” He concluded.
