In a major operation, aimed at curbing violent crimes, the Akwa Ibom State Police Command has dismantled an illegal firearm fabrication syndicate and arrested three suspected cultists , linked to the unlawful possession and manufacturing of weapons.
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Timfon John, the Command’s Public Relations Officer, in a statement, said the operation was intelligence driven.
Timfon John, the Command’s Public Relations Officer, in a statement, said the operation was intelligence driven.
According to her, the operation led to the recovery of a locally fabricated double-barrelled cartridge gun and the uncovering of an illicit arms production network, operating within the state.
”Operatives of the command arrested one Miracle Udo, a native of Cross River State, residing at Ikot Obio Offiong in Ibesikpo local Government area on July, 24,2026.
The Police recovered a locally fabricated double barrel cartridge gun from the suspect at the point of arrest.
During interrogation, Miracle Udo reportedly confessed to possessing the firearm and identified one Edet Okon as the person, who supplied the weapon.
Acting on the information, operatives traced and arrested the alleged supplier.
Further investigations led detectives to Kufre Stephen, 38, a native of Nsit Atai local government area, who was identified as the suspected fabricator of the firearms.
A search conducted during the operation resulted in the recovery of several tools and materials, believed to have been used in the illegal production of the firearms, confirming the existence of a clandestine gun manufacturing network.
Police investigations also uncovered the involvement of another suspect, said to be a welder, who regularly assisted in the fabrication process.
The suspect is currently at large, while efforts are underway to apprehend him and dismantle the remaining links in the criminal network”
She lauded members of the public for providing timely and credible information that contributed to the operational success, urging residents to remain vigilant and continue to support law enforcement agencies by reporting suspicious persons and activities, while assuring that investigations are ongoing and that all those connected to the illegal arms manufacturing ring would be brought to book.
