Rivers: Troops Eliminate Criminal Gang Behind Murder Of Four Soldiers
By Anne Osemekeh, Abuja
Troops of 6 Division Nigerian Army have eliminated members of a criminal gang responsible for the murder of 4 soldiers in Kalaogbokolo, Ahoada West Local Government Area of Rivers State.
The Division’s spokesperson, Danjuma Jonah Danjuma in a statement late on Monday, said the elimination of the criminals followed carefully planned and orchestrated operations into the hideout of the gang.
It will be recalled that gunmen had in December 2023, killed six people, including four soldiers, while two South Korean expatriates, who were staff of Daewoo Company were abducted after their convoy was ambushed in Ahoada/Qbua axis of the East-West in the state. The victims however regained their freedom after over two weeks in captivity.
According to Jonah, following credible intelligence on the return of the wanted criminals to the community, troops conducted cordon and search operations, which led to the recovery of several arms and ammunitions including, one AK-47 riffle, one Fabrique Nationale rifle and one Pump action gun.
Other recoveries include two locally made rifles, three Ak 47 magazines, one FN magazine as well as three rounds of 7.62mm (Special) and 13 rounds of 7.62mm (NATO) amongst others.
Two members of the criminal gang were apprehended during the operations. However, while troops exploited the area for further discoveries, the suspects attempted to escape into the bush and were neutralized after a long pursuit.
Jonah restated that no matter how long it takes, criminals who are involved in such dastardly act will pay a heavy price for their actions.
While assuring the general public of the Division’s commitment to safeguard lives and property, Jonah enjoined members of the public to continue to provide actionable intelligence on the activities of such criminal gangs to the security agencies.
