Police Nab Three Suspects Over Robbery, Cult Activities in Benue

The Benue State Police Command has arrested three suspects in separate operations connected to robbery and cult-related activities in Vandeikya and Guma Local Government Areas.

According to the police, two suspects were apprehended in Vandeikya while allegedly attempting to rob unsuspecting members of the public, following actionable intelligence. In a separate operation in Guma, a suspected cult member was arrested after security operatives uncovered plans to launch attacks on rival groups and local residents. Other suspected accomplices reportedly fled the scene.

Recovered items include a cutlass, a knife, hard drugs, and a locally made pistol. Police authorities disclosed that the arrested cult suspect confessed to being a member of the MBS group.

The command stated that investigations are ongoing and reaffirmed its commitment to sustaining efforts aimed at curbing criminal activities and ensuring public safety across the state.

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