The Enugu State Police Command has successfully recovered a firearm and ammunition from armed robbery suspects who fled the scene of a crime in the Awkunanaw area of the metropolis.
According to a statement released on Saturday by the command’s spokesman, DSP Daniel Ndukwe, officers from the Awkunanaw Police Division responded to a distress call about a robbery in progress at a compound in Awkunanaw on the night of May 29.
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The timely intervention of the police thwarted the robbery attempt, leading to the recovery of a locally made double-barreled gun and two live cartridges abandoned by one of the escaping robbers.
In a separate incident, detectives from the Central Police Station (CPS) of the Command arrested three suspects on the evening of May 30 in connection with the theft of iron rails.
The arrests were made around 7:30 p.m., following a report of vandalism at the pedestrian crossing bridge near Holy Ghost/Ogbete Market, Enugu.
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The police recovered numerous pieces of the stolen iron rails.
DSP Ndukwe noted that a thorough investigation is underway to apprehend other members of the gang involved in the theft.
The suspects currently in custody will face prosecution upon the completion of the investigation.
The Commissioner of Police, Mr. Kanayo Uzuegbu, expressed gratitude to the residents of Enugu for their vigilance and cooperation, which were instrumental in these successes.
He urged the community to continue supporting the police by promptly reporting any suspicious activities or criminals to the nearest police station.
Residents can also contact the command via hotlines 08032003702, 08098880172, 08086671202, or through email at infoenugupolice@gmail.com.
Uzuegbu emphasized the importance of community involvement in maintaining security and pledged the police command’s commitment to ensuring the safety and protection of all citizens in Enugu State.
