Police nab suspected kidnapper and cultist, seize firearm

The police in Delta State have arrested a 20-year-old suspected kidnapper during a joint security operation. They recovered two live cartridges and one used cartridge in the process.

Operatives from the State Anti-Kidnapping Unit (SAKU) in Ubuluku arrested the suspect, named Musa Mohammed, on Friday. This was done in partnership with officers from the Ogwashi-Uku Police Division, the Civilian Anti-Cult Unit, and local vigilantes.

Bright Edafe, the police spokesperson in the state, shared this information in a statement sent to PREMIUM TIMES on Tuesday.

The operation took place in the Ubulunor area of the state. The police mentioned that the suspect is under investigation for his alleged involvement in kidnapping activities.