The 5 Battalion of the Nigerian Army has neutralized members of a criminal gang responsible for the deaths of four soldiers and the abduction of two Korean nationals in Kalaogbokolo, Ahoada West Local Government Area of Rivers State.
The incident occurred on December 12, 2023, targeting staff of Daewoo Company.
The operation was disclosed in a statement signed by Lieutenant Colonel Danjuma Jonah Danjuma, Acting Deputy Director, 6 Division Army Public Relations.
Acting on credible intelligence, troops conducted a coordinated cordon-and-search operation that uncovered a cache of arms and ammunition, including one AK-47 rifle, one Fabrique Nationale rifle, one pump-action gun, two locally made rifles, three AK-47 magazines, one FN magazine, three rounds of 7.62mm (Special), and 13 rounds of 7.62mm (NATO).
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According to the statement, two members of the gang were apprehended during the operation. While being moved for further investigation, the suspects attempted to escape into the bush. A long pursuit ensued, resulting in their neutralization.
Whatever the length of time it takes to find criminals involved in such heinous acts, criminals in the 6 Division of the Nigerian Army were made clear that criminals who committed them would face severe consequences.
The Division reaffirmed its commitment to safeguarding people’s lives and property in the area and urged the public to continue providing useful intelligence to support security efforts.
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