Police arrest two suspected criminals, recover firearms, ammunition in Delta

Operatives of the Safer Highway Patrol during a stop and search operation arrested two suspected criminals while one suspect, identified as Godknows Ifreke, fled.

The suspects, Omini Ezeri, 46 and Chinedum Wagbara, 42, were arrested on 25 July 2026 along the Agbarho-Warri road in Delta State.

Firearms, live ammunition, substance suspected to be cocaine, and other incriminating exhibits were recovered from the suspects.

Delta State Police Public Relations Officer, SP Bright Edafe confirmed the report in a statement in Warri.

He said, “The Delta State Police Command has recorded another significant operational success with the arrest of two suspected criminals and the recovery of firearms, live ammunition, suspected cocaine, and other incriminating exhibits during a stop-and-search operation carried out by operatives of the Safer Highway Patrol along the Agbarho–Warri Road on 25 July 2026.”

SP Edafe explained that, “The suspects, Omini Ezeri (46) and Chinedum Wagbara (42), both residents of Port Harcourt, Rivers State, were intercepted while travelling in a grey Mercedes-Benz ML SUV with registration number AAA 604 JZ.”

According to him, “During preliminary interrogation, a third occupant of the vehicle, God Knows Ifreke, suddenly took to his heels and escaped into a nearby swamp.

“A thorough search of the vehicle led to the recovery of two locally fabricated Beretta pistols loaded with nine rounds of live ammunition, approximately 200 grams of a substance suspected to be cocaine, one walkie-talkie, one dagger, one grinder, and two sophisticated phones.”

SP Edafe also noted that, “The suspects are in custody, while efforts are ongoing to arrest the fleeing suspect.”

Meanwhile, CP Yemi Oyeniyi have commended the operatives for their vigilance and professionalism.

He reaffirmed the command’s commitment towards ensuring that Delta State remains a hostile environment for criminals and all those involved in the unlawful possession of firearms and trafficking in illicit drugs.

He urged members of the public to continue supporting the Police with timely and credible information that will aid ongoing efforts to keep the state safe.