The
Nigeria Police Force says the suspects involved in the hijacking of a DAF SF
Truck carrying 40,000 litres of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) along the Ohodo-Opi
Road in Igbo-Etiti LGA, Enugu State on May 29, 2024, were dismissed police
officers.
The
assailants were apprehended after a meticulous operation which led to the
rescue of the hijacked driver and motor boy. Among those arrested are ex-Insp.
Otache Egbe, ex-Insp. Abah Solomon and ex-Sgt. James Mamah. The suspects were
arrested in Anambra state.
Confirming
their arrest to newsmen, the spokesperson of the Force, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi,
said an investigation led to the recovery of significant exhibits, including
two AK-47 rifles, 105 rounds of ammunition, and various security uniforms.
‘’The
Police reassures that the operation exemplifies the dedication of the Force to
eradicating criminal elements irrespective of their previous affiliations. The
apprehended suspects have confessed to their crimes and are under investigation
by the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID), with ongoing efforts to
recover the stolen PMS. The suspects will soon appear in court for prosecution.
The
Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has emphasized the
commitment of the Nigeria Police Force to collaborate with all stakeholders in
combating crime. He has issued a stern warning to individuals engaging in
criminal activities, stressing that the law will inevitably catch up with them,
and justice will be served, while urging well-meaning members of the public to
support the police in the efforts to maintain safety and security across the
country.''
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