BY PATRICK MGBODO
THE Delta State Police Command has recorded another breakthrough in its sustained operations aimed at dismantling armed criminal networks operating in the state.
The recent intervention was through the efforts of the CP-Special Assignment Team (CP-SAT) led by ASP Julius Robinson, aimed at undoing armed criminal networks operating within Oghara and its environs.
This development follows the earlier recovery made on November 24, 2025, during which confessed cultists were apprehended, and a pump-action gun with other incriminating exhibits were recovered.
Building on that momentum and acting on credible intelligence, CP-SAT intensified surveillance and executed coordinated follow-up operations across key locations in Oghara.
According to a statement by the Command spokesman, SP Bright Edafe, ‘’On November 25, 2025, the team success- fully arrested two additional suspects linked to the criminal syndicate: Jus- tice Ikutu’ m’, 38 years old, and Peter Okomeje’ m’, 55 years old. The suspects were apprehended at separate hotspots within Oghara town.
‘’A subsequent search at the residence of one Peter Kome ‘m led to the recovery of one AK-47 rifle fitted with a double magazine, alongside other incriminating items strongly connected to the ongoing investigations into cult activities and armed robbery operations.
‘’All suspects are currently in custody, while operatives intensify efforts to identify and apprehend additional members of the gang.
‘’The Commissioner of Police, Delta State Command, CP Olufemi Abaniwonda, commends the swift response and professionalism displayed by CP-SAT. He urges residents to remain vigilant and to continue supporting the Police with credible information that can aid in the ongoing fight against criminality in the state.
