By Ola Kay
Operatives of the Rivers State Police Command have responded swiftly to a distress call of robbery operation on Prisigbara/Ken Saro-Wiwa Polytechnic Road, in Khana Local Government Area, leading to successful thwarting of plans of men of the underworld as they fell to the superior gun power of the police during exchange.
A release from the Police Public Relations Officer of the Command,SP Grace Oringe-Koko, “On the arrival of the police personnel, the robbers engaged them in gunfire.
“However, due to the superior firepower of the police, the assailants were subdued, and the robbery operation was successfully thwarted. Tragically, during the exchange, three of the suspects sustained injuries and were immediately rushed to the Police Clinic in Bori. Regrettably, their injuries proved fatal, and they were pronounced dead upon arrival.“
The command identified the deceased robbers as Monday Sulole, (a notorious armed robber and cultist), also known as “Oyoyo.” Sulole, aged 25 and hailing from Yeghe in Gokana Local Government Area.
The command said that he was responsible for numerous cult clashes and armed robberies in the Ogoni axis of Rivers State.
During the operation, operatives of the command recovered several items which include, one locally made revolver pistol with three live ammunition, one locally-made shotgun with three cartridges, a machete, and several charms.
“We assure the community that the area has returned to normalcy, and we have implemented increased police patrols in and around the vicinity to ensure the safety of residents,” said the statement.
The Rivers State Police Command said it acknowledge concerns by the community regarding the harassment and robbery of students, particularly in the densely populated area.
The statement assured that, “This successful operation is expected to bring much-needed relief to the community. We urge residents to continue cooperating with the police, as your support is instrumental in our ongoing efforts to maintain peace and security.”
Meanwhile, the Commissioner of Police Rivers State, CP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, psc, ahas assured the public that the Command remains resolute in its commitment to safeguarding lives and property within the state, as it will continue to employ professional and proactive measures to combat criminal activities and ensure the overall safety and well-being of all residents.
Similarly, the command commended the cooperation and support it gathered from the community and pledged to continue working diligently to achieve lasting peace and security in the region.
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