Police Arrest Two Suspects in Delta, Recover Pump-Action Gun and Local Guns
Operatives of the Delta State Police Command's Anti-Cultism Unit, Sector 3, Ovwian-Aladja, have arrested two suspects in connection with the possession of illegal firearms.
Events
- On November 4th, 2026, the police apprehended Akpoghene Goodluck (34) while he attempted to evade the patrol team.
- A search of Akpoghene Goodluck's residence led to the recovery of two locally made guns and ten expended cartridges.
- Further investigation led to the arrest of Solomon Arhugberume James (50) from whose residence a pump-action gun and one live cartridge were recovered.
Background
Delta State, located in Nigeria, is known for its challenges with criminal activities, particularly cult-related violence.
Suspects' Statements
Both suspects claimed membership in the Nigeria Hunters and Forest Security outfit but failed to provide any identification to substantiate their claims.
Actions
The Delta State Police Command's Anti-Cultism Unit, Sector 3, Ovwian-Aladja, have arrested two suspects, Akpoghene Goodluck and Solomon Arhugberume James, in connection with the possession of illegal firearms.
On November 4th, 2026, the patrol team apprehended Akpoghene Goodluck while he attempted to evade the patrol team.
A search of Akpoghene Goodluck's residence led to the recovery of two locally made guns and ten expended cartridges.
Further investigation led to the arrest of Solomon Arhugberume James from whose residence a pump-action gun and one live cartridge were recovered.
Delta State, located in Nigeria, is known for its challenges with criminal activities, particularly cult-related violence.
Both suspects claimed affiliation with the Nigeria Hunters and Forest Security outfit but failed to provide any identification to substantiate their claims.
</body> </html><small>Source: Daily Post Nigeria — read the original story there.</small>
