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Operatives of the Violent Crime Response Unit (VCRU) of the Delta State Police Command have busted a suspected drug cartel hideout in Owa-Abbi, Ukwani Local Government Area of the state.
During the operation, the operatives arrested a 56-year-old suspect, identified as Lucky Oyiboka, while a thorough search of the premises led to the recovery of 21 bags of weeds suspected to be Indian hemp.
The operation, according to the Police, was part of sustained efforts to dismantle criminal networks involved in the distribution of illicit drugs and other criminal activities across the state.
In a statement, the Delta State Police Public Relations Officer, SP Bright Edafe, said the operation was carried out in furtherance of the crime-fighting initiative of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Disu. Edafe said: “The Delta State Police Command, in furtherance of the crime-fighting initiative of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Disu, has recorded another significant breakthrough in its sustained efforts to combat crime and the proliferation of illicit drugs across the state.
“Preliminary investigation revealed that the suspect is allegedly involved in the distribution of illicit drugs. Investigation has been intensified to determine the extent of the illicit drug network and identify other persons connected to the operation.
“The suspect remains in custody and will be charged to court upon conclusion of the investigation.”
The Police spokesman said the command was intensifying efforts to identify other members of the suspected drug network and unravel the full extent of its operations.
He added that the arrest and recovery underscored the command’s determination to disrupt the activities of criminal groups involved in the trafficking and distribution of illicit substances in Delta State.
The Delta State Commissioner of Police, CP Yemi Oyeniyi, reiterated the command’s commitment to intelligence-led policing and sustained operations aimed at dismantling criminal networks and curbing the proliferation of illicit drugs across the state.
Oyeniyi also urged members of the public to continue supporting the Police by providing credible and timely information that could assist security agencies in preventing crime and apprehending criminal suspects.
The Commissioner assured residents that the identities of informants would be treated with utmost confidentiality.
