Suspected Armed Robber Neutralized, Firearm & Ammunition Recovered

CHUKA UBAH

The Rivers State Police Command successfully repelled an armed robbery operation that occurred in the early hours of 23rd December, 2025, at about 0146hrs, at a residence located at Ekwueme Street, Curve Mirinwanyi, Afam, Oyigbo Local Government Area.

 

The victim (name withheld) put up a strong resistance from the supposedly assailants who fired gun shots, engaged the gang of armed robbers with a Pump-Action gun who had stormed his compound, and was attempting to open his door, resulting in one of the suspects sustaining gunshot wounds. The wounded suspect was left behind as his accomplices fled the scene on sighting the Police Operatives.

The Police patrol team from Afam Division who promptly responded to the scene, recovered the following exhibits:

* One locally fabricated double-barrel short gun,

* One live cartridge,

* One big iron bar,

* A hook tied with marine rope,

* A button phone.

The injured suspect was rushed to Police Clinic, where he was pronounced dead on arrival.

 

The corpse has been deposited at Resurrection Home Mortuary, Imo River, for autopsy. Investigation is ongoing to apprehend the fleeing members of the gang.

 

The Commissioner of Police, Rivers State Police Command, CP Olugbenga A. Adepoju, psc, mnips, commended the bravery of the victim and swift response of the Police Operatives and assured the public of the Command’s continued efforts to ensure a safe and secure environment for all residents.

 

The Commissioner of Police further appealed to the public to support ongoing Police operations to dismantle all criminal links in the State.