The police authorities say eight people have been arrested over the murder of six police operatives in Ughelli, Delta State.
The slain operatives are Inspector Abe Olubunmi (IRT), Inspector Friday Irorere, Sergeant Kuden Elisha, Sergeant Akpan Aniette, Sergeant Ayere Paul, and Sergeant Ejemito Friday.
They were ambushed on February 23 while on a rescue mission in the area.
Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi who revealed this in a statement on Saturday said the eight suspects are in custody helping with ongoing investigation.
The statement said: “The Nigeria Police Force has made significant progress in the investigation into the tragic incident.
Following intensive investigative efforts, the police have apprehended eight (8) suspects in connection with the brutal ambush attack.
“The arrested suspects are currently in custody and are assisting with the ongoing investigation. While the Nigeria Police Force is committed to ensuring that all those responsible for this reprehensible act, and many alike, are brought to justice swiftly and decisively. The Police assures that the suspects will soon have their day in court, with credible evidence, once investigations are concluded.
“The Nigeria Police is deeply saddened by the heinous act of violence against our officers who were diligently performing their duty to protect and serve the community. Our thoughts and prayers are with the families of the fallen officers during this difficult time.
“We wish to reiterate that killers of our officers in this extant case, and many others, have murdered peace, and none of them will go unpunished”.
