Police arrest two for illegal possession of firearm in Abia

The Abia State Police Command has arrested two individuals, David Emmanuel, 33, and Joel Emeka, 25, for allegedly possessing firearms and ammunition illegally. The arrests occurred in Aba during a routine stop-and-search operation conducted by officers from the Nediegoro Divisional Police Headquarters.

According to DSP Maureen Chinaka, the Police Public Relations Officer, the suspects were intercepted on June 12, 2026, along Azikiwe Road by Kent Road while traveling in an auto rickshaw. One occupant of the vehicle managed to escape, but the other two were apprehended.

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On 12/06/2026, operatives of the Nediegoro Divisional Police Headquarters, while on stop-and-search duty along Azikiwe by Kent Road, Aba, intercepted an auto rickshaw. During the operation, one of the occupants of the vehicle fled the scene, while the other two suspects were immediately apprehended.

A search of the suspects led to the recovery of a locally made pistol, one live round of ammunition, live cartridges, a small black bag, and the tricycle they were using. The recovered items have been secured as exhibits, and the case has been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department for further investigation.

The police stated that the suspects are in custody and will face charges upon completion of the investigation. The command reaffirmed its commitment to combating crime and ensuring public safety, urging residents to continue providing credible information to aid security agencies.

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A search conducted on them led to the recovery of the above-listed exhibits. The suspects are in police custody and investigation is currently ongoing at the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) and will be charged to court on completion of investigation.