Akwa Ibom State Police command says it has arrested two suspected hoodlums in Uyo and recovered dangerous weapons from them.
It identified the suspects as:Joshua Benjamin from Mbiaku Ikono Local Government Area and Kingsley Friday Michael, from Ikot Ekop, Ibiono Ibom Local Government Area.
The Police Public Relations Officer(PPRO) in the state, DSP Timfon John who disclosed this in a statement in Uyo on Friday said upon instant search on the suspects, one fabricated revolving AK-47 rifle and a jack knife were recovered from them.
The PPRO said the suspects could not provide any reasonable explanation during interrogation for their suspicious presence at that earlier hours of the day, adding that they falsely claimed to be security guards but unable to present uniforms, means of identification, or any credible source for the firearm found in their possession.
The statement read in parts , “In the early hours of Thursday, 2nd October, 2025, Operatives while on routine patrol along Idoro Road by Abolin Junction, intercepted two suspicious individuals loitering in a dark spot. At about 0030hrs, the vigilant patrol team arrested them and an instant search on them led to the recovery of the following: One fabricated revolving AK-47 rifle, One jack knife.”
He said the suspects are currently undergoing further interrogation.
“The Command reiterates its commitment to ensuring the safety and security of residents across Akwa Ibom State. Members of the public are enjoined to remain vigilant and promptly report all suspicious activities to the nearest Police formation.” John noted.
Police arrest two suspected hoodlums, recover weapons in Uyo