Anambra Police Arrest Arms Dealer, Recover Weapons in Successful Operation

The Anambra State Police Command reported the interception of a gun-running syndicate, leading to the arrest of a significant arms dealer involved in the prohibited firearms trade within the state.

According to a statement released by DSP Tochukwu Ikenga, the spokesperson for the Anambra State Police Command, the operation was the result of meticulous surveillance carried out by the command’s operatives. This concerted effort aimed at dismantling the network of individuals involved in the illicit arms trade, ensuring the safety and security of the residents of Anambra.

The arrested arms dealer, whose identity has not been disclosed at this time, played a significant role in the proliferation of prohibited firearms within the state. The police’s success in apprehending such a key figure marks a major step towards curbing the flow of illegal weapons and addressing the associated criminal activities that pose a threat to the peace and stability of the region.

The operation also led to the recovery of a substantial number of weapons that were presumably destined for use in criminal activities. The seized firearms include a list of recovered weapons, highlighting the dangerous capabilities of the apprehended arms dealer and the severity of the threat posed by the illegal arms trade in the region.

The successful operation by the Anambra State Police Command has undoubtedly made a significant impact on public safety. By removing a key player in the illegal arms trade and confiscating a cache of weapons, the police have not only disrupted the activities of the gun-running syndicate but have also prevented potential acts of violence and criminality that could have resulted from the illicit use of these firearms.

He said, “The police in Anambra State have arrested a major arms dealer dealing illegally in prohibited firearms in the state.

“The breakthrough followed weeks of intensive surveillance by operatives of the command.

“A total of 21 automatic and 625 live cartridges were recovered.

“So far, three suspects have been arrested in Onitsha while the investigation is being expanded.

“The Commissioner of Police, CP Aderemi Adeoye, has commended the operatives involved in the operation on the instruction of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, who guided the operation.”

The Anambra State Police Command’s successful interception of a gun-running syndicate and the subsequent arrest of a significant arms dealer is a commendable achievement in the ongoing efforts to enhance public safety. This operation sends a strong message that illegal activities, especially those involving firearms, will not be tolerated, and the law enforcement agencies are committed to ensuring the security and well-being of the community. As the state police continue their efforts, it is imperative for citizens to actively support and collaborate with law enforcement to create a safer and more secure environment for all.