The Nigeria Police says a suspected armed robber, one Ifeanyichukwu Ilegalu lost his life during an operation in the Mararaba area of Karu Local Government area of Nasarawa state.
The Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Ramhan Nansel, in a statement noted that one Edache Joseph who was among the robbery gang, was also arrested.
The PPRO explained that the arrest followed a recent move by the State Commissioner of Police, CP Umar Shehu Nadada, to rejig the Community Policing template of Maraba axis where several cases of robbery were recently recorded.
The command had received information on April 5 that a gang of 8 armed robbers were attacking some residents of Aso Pada in the Mararaba area.
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Following the information, Police Operatives in collaboration with Vigilantes and some brave members of the Community went after the robbers, leading to the killing of one suspect and the arrest of another.
Nansel explained that the suspect has made useful statement, and is assisting the Police in the investigation.
The Nasarawa State Commissioner of Police commended the efforts of the Operatives, Vigilante group, and members of the Community for their display of bravery and assured them of his continuous support.
Members of the public were again called upon to cooperate with the Police in its effort to rid the state of criminals.
(Editor: Nkoli Omhoudu)
