Crime
Troops Arrest Notorious Gunrunner, Recover Ammunition in Plateau
Troops Arrest Notorious Gunrunner, Recover Ammunition in Plateau
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of 3 Division, Nigerian Army, under Operation Safe Haven have arrested a notorious gunrunner and recovered arms along the Bokkos-Bot-Mangu road in Bokkos Local Government Area of Plateau State.
Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that the operation was conducted following credible intelligence on the movement of arms and ammunition in the area on Wednesday.
The suspect, identified as 21-year-old Sengi David from Kopal Village in Panyam District of Mangu LGA, was intercepted at about 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday.
He was found in possession of one AK-47 magazine with civil police markings and 48 rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition.
The suspect and recovered items are currently in custody for further investigation, while troops have launched a manhunt for other members of the gunrunning syndicate.
The military has assured residents of its commitment to ensuring peace and security in Plateau and other areas under Operation Safe Haven.
Troops Arrest Notorious Gunrunner, Recover Ammunition in Plateau