Police arrest robbery suspect, recover arms in Edo

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The Edo State Police Command has arrested a suspected armed robber and recovered firearms in the state.

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In a statement on Tuesday, the command’d spokesperson, Eno Ikoedem, said stolen items were also recovered following a swift police response in Auchi, where the robbery took place.

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The statement read, “The Edo State Police Command has recorded another significant breakthrough with the arrest of a suspected armed robber and the recovery of a firearm and stolen items following a swift police response in Auchi.

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“On 2 May 2026, at about 02:00hrs, actionable intelligence was received at Auchi Division that a four-man armed robbery gang had invaded the residence of one Mr Okologho Prosper in the Comprehensive Secondary School area of Auchi.

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“Acting promptly on the information, the Divisional Police Officer mobilised a patrol team to the scene. On sighting the police, the suspects fled in different directions, abandoning a bag containing one cut-to-size locally made firearm, one live cartridge, and one mobile phone.

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“A coordinated manhunt was immediately launched, leading to the arrest of one of the suspects, Aliu Mustafa (male), at about 09:00hrs the same day. Further investigation led to the recovery of two additional mobile phones, one wristwatch, and one bag, all identified as items stolen from the victim.

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“The suspect is currently in custody and assisting with ongoing investigations aimed at apprehending the remaining members of the gang.”

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The Commissioner of Police, Edo State Command, Monday Agbonika, commended the swift response, professionalism, and dedication of the operatives involved in the operation.

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He reaffirmed the command’s commitment to ensuring the safety of residents and urged members of the public to continue providing timely and credible information to aid policing efforts.

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