The Anambra State Police Command’s anti-crime squad has apprehended a 25-year-old vigilante caught hiding a pump-action gun inside a rice sack.
The suspect, identified as Enediong Bassey from Ikono Local Government Area in Akwa Ibom State, was arrested on Thursday around 6:38 PM in Nkwelle-Ezunaka by officers led by CSP Emeka Obi from the 3-3 Divisional Headquarters.
According to Police Public Relations Officer SP Tochukwu Ikenga, Bassey, during questioning, admitted to being a member of a local vigilante group.
He revealed that he had intended to flee with the firearm to join a criminal gang involved in armed robbery and other illicit activities.
In response to this arrest, Commissioner of Police, CP Nnaghe Obono Itam, emphasized the need for thorough profiling of security operatives and vigilante members working alongside the police.
This initiative is aimed at enhancing safety and preventing unprofessional conduct by security personnel.
The commissioner ordered Bassey’s transfer to the anti-robbery squad for a more detailed investigation.
