By Isaac Kertyo, Makurdi
The Benue State Police Command says it has arrested a 20-year-old suspect, Joto Jakata, from Awe Local Government Area of Nasarawa State, for allegedly transporting ammunition suspected to be destined for criminal elements.
In a statement, the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Udeme Edet, speaking on behalf of the Commissioner of Police, CP Cletus Nwadiogbu, said the suspect was apprehended during a stop-and-search operation by officers attached to the Guma Police Division.
According to the police, a search of the suspect led to the recovery of 115 rounds of live 7.62mm ammunition allegedly concealed in his possession.The command said the suspect is in police custody and that the case has been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) for further investigation. Police added that efforts are ongoing to identify and arrest other persons connected to the case, as well as determine the source and intended destination of the recovered ammunition.
Commending the officers involved in the operation, Commissioner of Police Cletus Nwadiogbu praised their vigilance and professionalism. He reaffirmed the command’s commitment to tackling the proliferation of illegal firearms and ammunition and disrupting criminal networks operating within the state.The police have not announced any formal charges, and investigations into the case are continuing.
