Police in Delta arrests eight suspects over murder of six cops

Eight suspects have been arrested by the Delta State Police Command in connection with the killing of six policemen in the state.

The police officers were ambushed and killed by unknown assailants on February 23 on their way to a fact-finding mission in Ughelli local government area of the state.

Force Public Relations Officer, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, who made this known via a statement through the State Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), SP Bright Edafe in Asaba on Saturday, also stated that apart from the murdered officers, six others were still missing.

“The Nigeria Police Force has made significant progress in the investigation into the tragic incident that occurred in Ughelli, Delta State on 23rd February 2023, where officers on a fact-finding mission were ambushed resulting in the death of six policemen, while six others are still missing in action,” the statement said.

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“Following intensive investigative efforts, the police have apprehended eight suspects in connection with the brutal ambush attack.

“Five suspects were initially arrested shortly after the incident, and an additional three suspects have been apprehended, at different locations, following the statements and cooperation of the initially arrested suspects, bringing the total number of arrests to eight

“The suspects are currently in custody and are assisting with the ongoing investigation.

“The Nigeria Police Force is committed to ensuring that all those responsible for this reprehensible act, and many alike, are brought to justice swiftly and decisively.”

The statement added that the the suspects will soon have their day in court once the investigations are concluded.

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