The Nigeria Police Drive mentioned it has arrested six suspects over assault on its Tactical Groups by suspected armed bandits and native militia in Benue.
The Drive Public Relations Officer, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin mentioned this in a press release on Sunday in Abuja.
Hundeyin mentioned the suspects had been arrested throughout an ongoing response operation within the state, following a lethal assault on the police groups at Agu Centre, Katsina-Ala/Ukum Native Authorities Space of the state.
He mentioned the assault that occurred on Friday led to the dying of three cops with seven others lacking.
The police spokesman mentioned the Commissioner of Police in control of Benue, Mr Harmless Emenari was presently main the operation to rescue the lacking officers and arrest different fleeing suspects.
He mentioned the Inspector-Common of Police, Mr Kayode Egbetokun, condemned the assault, describing it as merciless, unwarranted, and an affront on the great individuals of Benue.
Hundeyin mentioned the I-G had ordered deployment of extra tactical belongings to the realm, including that, no stone could be left unturned in restoring peace and safety in Benue.
He mentioned the arrested suspects are in police custody, aiding with helpful info.
The police spokesman enjoined the general public to stay calm, vigilant, and supportive to safety companies as efforts had been being intensified to make sure rescue of the lacking personnel.
He mentioned the goal was additionally to apprehend the fleeing suspects, and dismantle the prison networks behind such reprehensible assaults.
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