The Nigeria Police Force says it has arrested eight persons in connection with the death of six policemen and the disappearance of six others in Ughelli, Delta State on February 23 and 26.
Force Public Relations Officers (FPRO), ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi disclosed this in a Saturday statement.
The police had said that on February 23, officers on a fact-finding mission were ambushed, and on February 26, other officers on a rescue mission were also ambushed, resulting in the death of six policemen, while six others are still missing in action.
The incidents occurred in the Ohoro Forest, Delta State.
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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 statement read in part.
Adejobi said the arrested suspects are currently in custody and are assisting with the ongoing investigation.
‘While 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 police assures that the suspects will soon have their day in court, with credible evidence, once investigations are concluded.
The Nigeria Police is deeply saddened by the heinous act of violence against our officers who were diligently performing their duty to protect and serve the community.
“Our thoughts and prayers are with the families of the fallen officers during this difficult time.
“We wish to reiterate that killers of our officers in this extant case, and many others, have murdered peace, and none of them will go unpunished,” Adejobi further read.