Police arrest 3 for assaulting officers, impound 22 vehicles

Operatives of the Delta State Police Command have arrested three suspects over alleged obstruction and assault on police officers who were carrying out their lawful duties. The Police also impounded 22 vehicles over various traffic and regulatory offences in the state. The command’s spokesperson, Bright Edafe, said the exercise was carried out by a combined […]

Operatives of the Delta State Police Command have arrested three suspects over alleged obstruction and assault on police officers who were carrying out their lawful duties.
The Police also impounded 22 vehicles over various traffic and regulatory offences in the state.
The command’s spokesperson, Bright Edafe, said the exercise was carried out by a combined team of operatives drawn from the Department of Operations, Special Enquiry Unit, and Operation Delta Shield during aggressive crime prevention patrol within Asaba metropolis.
He said during the operation, 22 vehicles were impounded for various traffic and regulatory offences, including driving unregistered vehicles, operating vehicles without registration number plates, driving against traffic, and driving under the influence of alcohol.
He added that three suspects were arrested for obstruction and assault on police officers while carrying out their lawful duties.
He reaffirmed the command’s commitment to proactive policing, public safety, and strict enforcement of extant laws and directives aimed at maintaining peace and order across the state.