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Operatives of the ‘A’ Division, Ughelli, of the Delta State Police Command, in collaboration with members of a local vigilante group, arrested two suspected kidnappers in connection with a failed kidnap attempt that occurred on 19 June 2026.
The suspects, identified as Iliyasu Hassan (16) and Idris Abdulkarim (32), were arrested on 22 June 2026 at about 20:30 hrs after emerging from a nearby forest to purchase food and medication.
The State Police Public Relations Officer, SP Bright Edafe, who confirmed this on Thursday in a statement, said that following their arrest, a victim of an earlier kidnapping incident had positively identified the suspects as being among his attackers.
He said that the suspects remained in custody as investigations continued, adding that efforts were ongoing to arrest other members of the criminal gang and recover weapons used in their operations.
In a related development, operatives of the Ugborikoko Division arrested two suspects linked to an attempted robbery.
The police had, on 23 June 2026 at about 15:00 hrs, received a report regarding the suspects’ attempted robbery.
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“Preliminary investigation revealed that one of the suspects unlawfully gained access to a residential compound but fled after noticing the presence of occupants.
“The swift response and vigilance of community members led to the apprehension of the suspect and an accomplice, who were subsequently handed over to the police.
“Acting on intelligence obtained during the preliminary investigation, operatives of the Ugborikoko Division searched the suspects’ residence, which resulted in the recovery of one locally made pistol concealed inside a wardrobe.
“The suspects are currently in custody, while investigations are ongoing to determine their involvement in other criminal activities”, the statement read.
The State Commissioner of Police, CP Yemi Oyeniyi, in his remarks, commended the vigilance of members of the public and the collaboration between community stakeholders and security agencies.
He urged residents to continue providing timely and credible information to the police, assuring them of the command’s unwavering commitment to protecting lives and property throughout Delta State.
