Delta Police Arrest 23 Suspects, Recover Stolen Trailer Truck, Seize Illicit Drugs
Rashidat Olushola Okunlade Writes
The Delta State Police Command has recorded major operational breakthroughs in its ongoing anti-crime operations 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.
According to a statement issued by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Bright Edafe, the operations were carried out in separate coordinated raids and stop-and-search exercises across Asaba, Okpanam, and Warri.
22 Suspects Arrested in Raid of Criminal Hideouts
Acting on the directive of the Commissioner of Police, Delta State, Yemi Oyeniyi, the Deputy Commissioner of Police in charge of Operations led operatives of the Department of Operations, Buffalo Team, and Okpanam patrol teams on a major raid of identified criminal hideouts, black spots, and brothels within the Okpanam axis and Asaba metropolis on May 22, 2026.
The operation targeted areas around Hausa Market in Okpanam, where police arrested 22 male suspects.
Items recovered during the raid included 72 bottles of CSC Codeine, 11 packets of Tramadol, quantities of Swinol, Canadian Loud, and weeds suspected to be Indian hemp.
Police authorities disclosed that the suspects and exhibits have been transferred to the Special Enquiry Unit (SEU) for profiling and further investigation, adding that suspects found culpable would be prosecuted accordingly.
Police Recover Stolen HOWO Trailer Truck
In another development, operatives attached to Operation Safe Delta recovered a stolen HOWO trailer truck with registration number KK/192 XA at Ifite-Awka in Anambra State.
The recovery followed a petition alleging conspiracy, stealing, and the snatching of the truck.
Police said the recovered vehicle has been towed to Asaba, while efforts are ongoing to apprehend the fleeing suspects connected to the theft.
Female Drug Suspect Arrested in Warri
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.
Police arrested a 57-year-old female suspect in connection with the recovered drugs, while investigations continue to determine the source and intended destination of the substances.
The Commissioner of Police, Yemi Oyeniyi, urged residents to continue supporting the police with credible information, assuring that all suspects found guilty of criminal offences would be brought to justice.
Residents were also encouraged to report suspicious activities through the Delta State Police Command Control Room via 08036684974.
