Medical doctor arrested with gun in Edo

Operatives of the Edo State Police Command have arrested a medical doctor over alleged illegal possession of fire arm in the state. The suspect, identified as Dr. Kingsley Dele, 35, was allegedly arrested with a one Beretta pistol at Obarentin community area of the state. The command’s spokesperson, Eno Ikoedem said on February 29,  the […]

Operatives of the Edo State Police Command have arrested a medical doctor over alleged illegal possession of fire arm in the state.

The suspect, identified as Dr. Kingsley Dele, 35, was allegedly arrested with a one Beretta pistol at Obarentin community area of the state.

The command’s spokesperson, Eno Ikoedem said on February 29,  the operatives,  acting on credible intelligence, apprehended one Dr. Kingsley Dele of Obaretin community, leading  to the recovery of one Beretta pistol from the suspect.

She said the arrest forms part of the sustained and strategic offensive against the circulation of illicit weapons which often fuel violent crimes across communities in the state.

According to her, the command views the illegal possession of firearms, regardless of status or profession of those involved, as a grave threat to public peace and will continue to respond with firmness and precision.

She said the suspect would be charged to court upon conclusion of investigation.