Delta police arrest two suspected robbers, recover large quantity of illicit drugs

Crime Diary

ASABA, Nigeria (NPA) — Operatives of the Delta State Police Command have arrested two suspected armed robbers and recovered a large quantity of suspected illicit drugs in separate operations across the state.

The Command disclosed that one of the suspects was arrested during an ongoing investigation into a series of robbery incidents within the Ughelli area.

According to the police, preliminary investigations revealed the suspect’s alleged involvement in several robbery operations, including an attack that occurred along Aro Street, Ughelli, in April 2026.

Acting on information provided during interrogation, operatives traced and arrested another suspected member of the gang, identified as 26-year-old Cosmos Erueseke, at a hideout in Ughelli.

The arrests were carried out at about 5:40 p.m. on the same day, with both suspects currently in police custody.

The Command said efforts are ongoing to identify and apprehend other members of the criminal syndicate.

In a separate operation, operatives attached to the Command’s Anti-Vice Squad intercepted a Toyota Sienna vehicle with registration number FST 242 YK during a stop-and-search exercise along the Ozoro/Oleh Expressway.

The operation was conducted at about 4:00 a.m. on June 14.

Police authorities said the driver abandoned the vehicle and fled into a nearby bush immediately after being stopped for routine questioning.

Despite an immediate pursuit by officers, the suspect escaped.

A subsequent search of the abandoned vehicle led to the recovery of a large quantity of substances suspected to be illicit drugs.

According to the police, the recovered items include suspected Codeine, Tramadol, Swinol, Man G, and Vega products.

The exhibits have been taken into custody, while investigations have commenced to identify and arrest the fleeing suspect as well as uncover the source and destination of the drugs.

Commenting on the operations, Delta State Commissioner of Police, CP Yemi Oyeniyi, commended the officers involved for their professionalism, vigilance, and commitment to duty.

He reaffirmed the Command’s determination to dismantle criminal networks, combat drug trafficking, and strengthen security across the state.

The police chief also urged residents to continue supporting law enforcement agencies with credible information capable of aiding crime prevention and criminal investigations.

The Delta State Police Command reiterated its commitment to protecting lives and property and ensuring that individuals involved in criminal activities are brought to justice.