The Delta State Police Command has recorded major operational successes in its ongoing crackdown on crime across the state, leading to the arrest of 23 suspects, the recovery of a stolen HOWO trailer truck, and the seizure of large quantities of suspected illicit drugs in separate operations.
According to the Command, operatives acting on the directive of the Commissioner of Police, Delta State, carried out coordinated raids on identified criminal hideouts and black spots within the Okpanam axis and Asaba metropolis on May 22, 2026.
The operation, led by the Deputy Commissioner of Police in charge of Operations alongside operatives of the Department of Operations, Buffalo Team, and Okpanam patrol teams, targeted locations around Hausa Market in Okpanam. During the raid, 22 male suspects were arrested.
SP Bright Edafe,
Police Public Relations Officer,Delta State Command, Asaba disclosed this in a statement on Saturday.
Items recovered from the suspects included 72 bottles of CSC Codeine, 11 packets of Tramadol, quantities of Swinol, Canadian Loud, and weeds suspected to be Indian hemp.
The suspects and exhibits have been transferred to the Special Enquiry Unit (SEU) for profiling and further investigation, while those found culpable will be prosecuted.
In a separate operation, operatives of Operation Safe Delta recovered a stolen HOWO trailer truck with registration number KK/192 XA following a petition alleging snatching, stealing, and conspiracy.
Police investigations led operatives to Ifite-Awka in Awka, where the vehicle was recovered and subsequently towed to Asaba. Efforts are ongoing to apprehend the fleeing suspects connected to the crime.
Meanwhile, operatives of the Quick Response Squad (QRS) in Warri intercepted a tricycle during a stop-and-search operation along Esisi Road, Warri, on May 22, 2026.
A search conducted on the vehicle led to the recovery of 13 nylon bags containing substances suspected to be Indian hemp. A 57-year-old female suspect was arrested in connection with the exhibit, while investigations are ongoing to determine the source and intended destination of the drugs.
The Commissioner of Police, Yemi Oyeniyi, urged residents to continue supporting the police with credible information, assuring that all suspects found culpable would be brought to justice.
Members of the public were also encouraged to report suspicious activities through the Command Control Room on 08036684974.
