The Akwa Ibom State Police Command in its relentless effort to rid the state of criminally minded elements, has successfully dismantled a three-man armed robbery syndicate and recovered arms and ammunition.
In a press statement signed by Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Timfon John, and made available to newsmen on Monday in Uyo reveals that on Friday, November 7, 2025, at approximately 20:00 hours, police operatives acting on credible intelligence apprehended two suspects at a native doctor’s residence in Ikot Ineme Village.
The suspects, identified as: Akan Udo ‘M’, 40 years, of Ikot Edem Udo Village, Namso Monday ‘M’, 20 years of Ikot Umo Essien Odoro Ikot Village, they were arrested while receiving treatment for undisclosed ailments. The native doctor, who is suspected of aiding the criminal gang is currently at large, and efforts are underway to apprehend him.
During the subsequent investigation, a third suspect was identified and arrested in connection with the same armed robbery incident. He was identified as Mbata Udo ‘M’, 40 years of Ikot Ukpong Offiong Village.
A comprehensive search led to the recovery of the following items from the suspects :
• one (1) Locally Made Pistol
• One (1) Locally Made Revolver Pistol
• Sixteen (16) Machetes
• Six (6) Mobile Phones
• Two (2) Big Generators
• One (1) Battle Axe
• One (1) plier and Other incriminating items
Investigation is ongoing and the suspects will be charged to court upon completion.
Meanwhile, the Commissioner of Police, Akwa Ibom State Command, CP Baba Mohammed Azare fsi, commends the officers for their diligence and reaffirms the Command’s unwavering commitment to rooting out criminal elements and ensuring the safety of all residents.
