Police In Akwa Ibom Foiled Armed Robbery Attack, Neutralized Suspect, Recovered Firearm

Sunday July 27, 2025
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By Idorenyin UMOREN

Operatives of the Akwa Ibom State Police Command have foiled an armed robbery attack, neutralised a suspect and recovered firearm in Nsit Ibom Local Government Area.

The Command’s Public Relations Officer, PPRO, DSP Timfon John, made this known in a Press Release dated Sunday, July 27, 2025 in Uyo.

The release stated: “On the 26th of July, 2025, the Akwa Ibom State Police Command successfully thwarted an armed robbery attack. One suspect was neutralized and a firearm recovered.

“At approximately 2:25AM, while on a routine weekend night patrol as directed by Commissioner of Police, Akwa Ibom State, CP Baba Mohammed Azare fsi, Operatives of the Command received a distress call reporting that armed hoodlums were actively operating in Mbiokporo area, specifically along 1745 Hotel Road.

“Acting swiftly on the intelligence, operatives were immediately dispatched to the scene. Upon arrival, the suspects engaged the patrol team, opening fire on the officers. A gun duel ensued, leading to one of the hoodlums sustaining a gunshot injury. The injured suspect was promptly transported to the hospital for urgent medical attention but was confirmed dead by the doctor on duty.

“Exhibits recovered from the deceased suspect include:
* one locally-made pistol
* ⁠one expended cartridge
* ⁠ two live cartridges.”

DSP John further said that “the Akwa Ibom State Command has launched a comprehensive manhunt to apprehend the fleeing suspects and recover any additional operational weapons. The public is urged to provide any information that may assist in these efforts.”