The Abia State Police Command has dismantled a suspected criminal hideout in Unuobasi Forest, Umunneochi Local Government Area, as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen security across the state.
The operation, carried out by operatives of the Command’s Violent Crime Response Unit in collaboration with a local security outfit in Umuobasi, led to the destruction of the camp and disruption of suspected criminal activities in the area.
According to a statement issued by the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Maureen Chinaka, on behalf of the Commissioner of Police, Danladi Isa, the operation followed credible intelligence gathered by security agencies.
“Leveraging actionable intelligence, the command identified and dismantled a suspected criminal camp located within Unuobasi Forest in Umunneochi Local Government Area,” the statement said.
The police disclosed that the operation was conducted on June 28, 2026, adding that security operatives have continued to monitor the area to prevent criminal elements from returning.
“Operatives of the Violent Crime Response Unit, working with the local security outfit in Umuobasi, successfully destroyed the camp and disrupted criminal activities in the area. Monitoring of the forest is still ongoing,” the statement added.
Commissioner of Police Danladi Isa assured residents that the command remains committed to tackling crime and ensuring the safety of lives and property across the state.
“There will be no hiding place for criminals within Abia State. The command remains resolute in carrying out its constitutional responsibility of preventing crime and bringing offenders to justice,” the commissioner said.
The police further reaffirmed their determination to sustain operations against criminal hideouts and urged residents to support security efforts by providing timely and credible information.
“Members of the public are encouraged to report suspicious persons, activities or any security concerns to the nearest police station, as community partnership remains vital in the fight against crime,” the statement concluded.
