The Edo State Police Command has arrested a suspected armed robber and recovered firearms following a swift response by operatives in Auchi, the command confirmed on Tuesday.
According to a statement issued by the command’s spokesperson, Eno Ikoedem, the incident occurred in the early hours of May 2, 2026, in the Comprehensive Secondary School area of Auchi.
“On 2 May 2026, at about 02:00hrs, actionable intelligence was received at Auchi Division that a four-man armed robbery gang had invaded the residence of one Mr Okologho Prosper,” the statement read.
Police said the Divisional Police Officer quickly mobilised a patrol team to the scene.
On arrival, the suspects reportedly fled in different directions after spotting the operatives, abandoning a bag containing a cut-to-size locally made firearm, one live cartridge, and a mobile phone.
A follow-up operation was immediately launched, leading to the arrest of one suspect, Aliu Mustafa, at about 09:00hrs the same day.
Investigations later led to the recovery of additional items, including two mobile phones, a wristwatch, and a bag, all believed to belong to the victim.
The suspect is currently in custody and assisting investigators as efforts continue to track down the remaining members of the gang.
The Commissioner of Police, Edo State Command, Monday Agbonika, praised the officers for their swift and coordinated response.
He also reiterated the command’s commitment to maintaining public safety and urged residents to continue providing timely and reliable information to security agencies.
