The Police Public Relations Officer in the State, DSP Tochukwu Ikenga, who made this known in a statement issued on Tuesday in Awka, the state capital, said that the operation ordered by the Commissioner of Police in the state, Aderemi Adeoye, took the insurgents by surprise as they fled with gunshot wounds leaving trails of blood.
The Anambra State Police Command-led Joint Security Force on Monday busted an insurgents' Camp in Achalla, Headquarters of Awka North Local Government Area of the State.
The Police Public Relations Officer in the State, DSP Tochukwu Ikenga, who made this known in a statement issued on Tuesday in Awka, the state capital, said that the operation ordered by the Commissioner of Police in the state, Aderemi Adeoye, took the insurgents by surprise as they fled with gunshot wounds leaving trails of blood.
According to the police spokesperson, the hoodlums had disrupted business and social activities at Achalla Market the previous Monday, ordering traders to sit at home.
“This drew the attention of the Security Apparatus in the State which made the State Police Command decide on giving them a taste of their own medicine in the early hours of Monday February 19, 2024.
“The operation which was hugely successful led to the recovery of five exotic vehicles previously snatched at gunpoint.
“Also recovered were over 300 rounds of Machine Gun ammunition and 34 rounds of 7.62mm ammunition for Ak-47 Rifle,” Ikenga stated.
The police spokesperson said that all operatives from various services have returned safely to their base, adding that the Commissioner of Police has directed that owners of the recovered vehicles be contacted to come forward with proof of ownership and collect their vehicles.
“Manhunt for the fleeing insurgents will be extended to hospitals and clinics with a view to ensuring they are brought to justice after receiving adequate treatment,” he said.