The Nasarawa state police command reports the arrest of a 21-year-old woman suspected of trafficking arms to terrorist groups. This apprehension highlights ongoing efforts to combat the illegal movement of weapons in the region.
The suspect, identified as Fatima Salisu and a native of Funtua in Katsina state, was reportedly transporting a large cache of live ammunition through Keana and Doma LGA of Nasarawa state when she was intercepted. Her arrest occurred during a crucial operation aimed at disrupting arms supply routes.
A statement by Ramhan Nansel, spokesperson for the command, claimed that the suspect was en route to deliver the consignment to criminal elements in Katsina. This suggests the intended destination of the ammunition and potential links to ongoing security challenges in the neighboring state.
He said the operation was initiated following credible intelligence reports indicating suspicious movement of arms through the state. The success of this operation underscores the importance of intelligence gathering in law enforcement efforts.
“Acting swiftly on the intelligence tip-off, Shetima J. Mohammed, commissioner of police, ordered the immediate deployment of the command’s anti-kidnapping unit,” the statement reads. This rapid response led to the successful apprehension of the suspect and recovery of the ammunition.
“The operation led to the arrest of the suspect and the recovery of 400 rounds of 7.62x39mm ammunition and 81 rounds of 7.62mm NATO ammunition. The recovery of such a substantial quantity of ammunition represents a significant disruption to potential criminal activities.
“The suspect is in custody and undergoing interrogation as investigators work to dismantle the arms trafficking network and trace its connections to armed banditry and terrorism.” This ongoing investigation aims to uncover the broader network involved in the illegal arms trade.
The command described the arrest as a significant step in the ongoing fight against illegal arms proliferation and crime in the region. This success is seen as a crucial contribution to enhancing security and safety in Nasarawa state and beyond.
The police called on the public to continue providing security agencies with timely and credible information that will help reduce crime in the state. This emphasizes the vital role of community support in maintaining law and order.
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