Emmanuel lkpeama
The Delta State Police Command has made significant strides in its efforts to rid the state of criminal elements.
Recently, the command announced the arrest of suspected cultists and the recovery of a stolen vehicle, as well as a beretta pistol with live ammunition.
In a press release signed by the Police Public Relation Officer,SP Bright Edafe he stated that on June 29, 2025,operatives of the CP-Special Assignment Team (CP-SAT) led by ASP Julius Robinson arrested Rasheed Atanda, a 31-year-old native of Kwara State, in Sapele town.
Further investigation led to the arrest of other suspects,Rewane Ogbitse,49years from Warri South LGA,Shedrack Oloko 44years from Ethiope East LGA and Charles Oyowe 36years from Warri North LGA, in whose possession a Beretta Pistol with three rounds of live ammunition was recovered
Investigator news reports that all the suspects confessed to being members of the Eye confraternity and are currently in custody, with investigations ongoing.
In a separate operation on June 30, 2025, CP-SAT operatives recovered a stolen Lexus 330 Jeep with registration number RBC 656 CN.
The vehicle was reported stolen during an armed robbery incident, where suspects invaded a residence, making away with expensive jewelry, mobile phones, and the vehicle.
The stolen vehicle was recovered at UTI Road, off DSC Expressway, Ebrumede. Efforts are underway to apprehend the fleeing members of the gang.
The Commissioner of Police, CP Abaniwonda Olufemi,commended the operatives for their swift and coordinated response, highlighting the importance of timely and credible information from the public in combating crime.
