Troops neutralise criminal in Benue, arrest suspects, recover arms in Nasarawa
Troops neutralise criminal in Benue, arrest suspects, recover arms in Nasarawa
Troops of Joint Task Force Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS) have neutralised a criminal and injured many others in Ayilamo, Logo Local Government Area in Benue.
The Acting Media Information Officer, OPWS Headquarters, Makurdi, Lt. Ahmad Zubairu stated this in a statement on Thursday made available to newsmen in Makurdi.
Zubairu said the troops made contact with the criminal elements in Ayilamo and successfully neutralised one criminal and injured several others while others fled.
He stated that after the operation, which took place on Oct. 15, they recovered one AK-47 rifle, one AK-47 magazine, and 14 rounds of 7.62 mm special ammunition.
He said the troops also maintained domination of the general area after the operation, conducting patrols to reassure and bolster the confidence of local communities.
Zubairu disclosed that troops of Sub-Sector 2 deployed at Maraba Udege Community, Nasarawa LGA, Nasarawa State, acting on information, recovered a pistol from one Mr Ramanu Elizabeth from Maraba Market on Oct. 15.
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“Upon arrival at the scene, the troops apprehended the suspect, identified as Mr Ramanu Elizabeth, and recovered a locally fabricated pistol from him.
“The suspect and the recovered item are currently in custody for further investigation and necessary action,” he said.
This spokesperson quoted the Force Commander, Maj. Gen. Moses Gara, as commending the troops for their professionalism, discipline, and tactical proficiency.
Gara further enjoined the troops to maintain the tempo of operations to ensure a safe and secure environment for law-abiding citizens to engage in their legitimate enterprise.
