Rivers Police operatives have arrested 20 suspects for drug-related offenses in raids on black spots in some parts of Port Harcourt and environs.
According to a press release on Tuesday, 20th June 2023 signed by the Rivers State Police Public Relations Officer, SP Grace Iringe-Koko, said that the raids on the black spots were done by the Operatives attached to the Choba Division in synergy with other security agencies.
Those arrested include: Lucky Amadi aged 42, Amarachi Okereke 29yrs, Christian Otu 27yrs, Henry Obisike, 24yrs, Miss Glory Nwanike 29yrs, Joseph Nwite 37yrs, Collins Assor 26yrs, and Godwin Onyia 44yrs of Rumuosi in Rivers State, Godspower Enyia 44yrs, Ekumere Worlu 20yrs, Duke Wonuigwe, 30yrs, Uche Oriji 25yrs, Chika Jackson 30yrs all of the same address.
Also arrested were Gentle Wali 34yrs, Chinedu Nwangbo 38yrs, Solomon Erick Ihundah 16yrs all of Rumuekini, Bobmanuel 40yrs of Choba, and Kelvin James 28yrs of Ogbogoro during the raid at various locations within Rivers State.
Exhibits recovered from the suspects include drugs such as Cannabis, Crack, Tramadol, Codeine, Rohypnol, Aphrodisiacs, Skunk, Toy Gun, and a Knife.
According to the Command Spokesperson, a preliminary investigation is ongoing upon which the conclusion of the suspects will be handed over to the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency for further investigation and prosecution.
The Command enjoined members of the public to remain law-abiding and report suspicious activities in their neighbourhood to the Police
