Gün making factory uncovered in Akwa Ibom State
A gün making factory has been uncovered in Akwa Ibom state. The Akwa Ibom State Police Command discovered the !llegal gün manufacturing facility run by a family.
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Güns are allegedly produced in this factory and sold to cr!m!nal elements in the country.
During a press conference at the Command Headquarters in Uyo, the State Commissioner of Police, CP Joseph O. Eribo shared this information on Monday.
The briefing focused on the command’s accomplishments in combating cr!me and made a presentation of various cr!m!nal susp£cts apprehended throughout the state.
CP Eribo explained that the gün making factory was uncovered following reliable intelligence received by the command.
Police operatives acted quickly, raiding the facility and arr£sting one individual, while several others managed to flee.
The Commissioner of Police confirmed the arr£st of a man named David Nse Emmanuel, while his father, Akpan Nse Emmanuel, along with his brothers, escaped.
The police listed Items recovered during the operation were seven newly made single-barrel g√ns, five newly made double-barrel g√ns, one special steel double-trigger p!stol, one broken single-barrel g√n, one trigger-handle walking stick knife, and several cut iron pipes used for constructing g√n barrels.
CP Eribo assured that efforts are ongoing to arrest the escaped suspects at the cr!me scene and trace those who had earlier purchased or ordered f!re@rms from them.
Commissioner of Police Eribo extended his appreciation to the media community in Akwa Ibom for their steadfast partnership and dedication to providing accurate and timely information, which plays a vital role in creating a safer and more informed society.
He noted that the collaboration between the press and the Police Command has not only highlighted their accomplishments but has also been essential in fostering public confidence and trust.
He urged the public to maintain their support as the command continues its efforts to ensure the safety and security of all residents in Akwa Ibom State.
