Ughelli Killing: Police Arrest Eight Suspects

The Police have arrested eight suspects in connection with the brutal killing of 17 officers and soldiers in the Okuama Community in Ughelli South Local Government Area of Delta State.

According to the Force Spokesperson, Olumuyiwa Adejobi on Saturday, the police arrested five persons shortly after the incident, and an additional three suspects have been apprehended, at different locations, following the statements and cooperation of the initially arrested suspects, bringing the total number of arrests to eight.

The statement reveals that the arrested suspects who are currently in custody are assisting with the ongoing investigation.

The Police assure that the suspects will soon have their day in court, with credible evidence, once investigations are concluded.

Recall that 17 officers were killed on the 23rd of February 2024, when officers on a fact-finding mission were ambushed, and 26th of February 2024, when other officers on a rescue mission were also ambushed, resulting in the death of six policemen, six others are still missing in action.