Nine suspected gunmen were arrested by the Anambra Joint Task Force (JTK) on Security at Isuofia Town in Aguata Local Government Area of the state, recovering two vehicles and three pump action rifles, as well as other items from the suspects.

The operation was carried out by the security task force, led by the Chief Superintendent of Police, CSP Austin Elaigwu, on Friday, 28th August, in collaboration with other security agencies comprising the Nigerian Navy, Nigerian Army, Department of State Services (DSS), Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Nigeria Immigration Service, as well as operatives of the Agunechemba Security Outfit.

The security operatives intercepted the two vehicles during a stop-and-search operation at a checkpoint in Isuofia, Aguata Local Government Area of Anambra State.

The vehicles, a custom-coloured Sienna and an ash-coloured Toyota RAV4, were intercepted, leading to the arrest of nine suspects comprising seven males and two females.

A thorough search of the vehicles led to the recovery of three AK-47 rifles, one pump-action gun, charms and other items considered relevant to the ongoing investigation.

The suspects and the recovered items were immediately taken into custody for questioning and further investigation.

During preliminary interrogation, the suspects reportedly claimed to be security operatives based in a neighbouring State.

However, they were unable to provide satisfactory explanations regarding their identities, affiliations, possession of the firearms and the purpose of their movement into Anambra State.

The Commissioner of Police, Anambra State Command, CP Nnanna Oji Ama, PSC, mnips, commended the operatives for a job well done and encouraged them to remain vigilant, noting that the recovery was the result of intelligence-led policing and effective stop-and-search operations.

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