Six individuals have been apprehended in connection with the killing of police officers in Delta, Nigeria.
The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has detained eight individuals in connection with the brutal killing of six officers in Delta State. The officers were attacked on February 23 and 26 while on duty in the Ughelli community, with six still missing.
Force Public Relations Officer, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, confirmed the arrests on Saturday, highlighting the significant progress made in the investigation. According to Adejobi, the suspects were apprehended at various locations as a result of intensive investigative efforts.
Initially, five suspects were arrested shortly after the incident
Initially, five suspects were arrested shortly after the incident, and three more were detained following the statements and cooperation of the initial suspects. All eight are currently in custody, aiding ongoing investigations.
The police reassured the public of their commitment to ensuring swift justice for the perpetrators, emphasizing that those responsible for such violence will face prosecution once investigations are concluded.
The NPF expressed deep sorrow over the loss of their officers and reaffirmed their determination to bring the culprits to justice, stating that the killers have disrupted peace and will not evade punishment. #naijaeyesblog
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