The Delta State Police Command has arrested 40 drug dealers at the popular Swees Spirit Hotel junction in Asaba, Delta State capital.
PUNCH Metro gathered that the police, in collaboration with other security stakeholders conducted an operation along the Asaba/Okpanam Road, near the Midwifery market on Tuesday night.
It was learnt that the operation was initiated following credible intelligence regarding a criminal hideout where illicit drug activities were rampant, causing significant distress and harm to society.
“During the operation, which was executed with precision and diligence, 40 individuals were arrested for their involvement in the illegal drug trade.
“The suspects, in a desperate attempt to evade arrest, resorted to fleeing into the storm drainage along the Okpanam Road, the swift and coordinated efforts of the police ensured their apprehension,” a security source told our correspondent.
The source said the operation would serve as a clear message to all that the security apparatus was committed to eradicating the menace of hard drug peddling and other criminal activities in the state
He said the raid would be a strong deterrent to those who believe that engaging in such illegal activities was business as usual adding that government would continue to take decisive actions to ensure the safety and well-being of all Deltans.
When contacted, the Police Public Relations Officer of the Delta State Command, SP Bright Edafe, on Wednesday, confirmed the arrests.
He said, “Yes, it is true. We raided the area last night and arrested 40 suspects, though, yet to make it official but planning to issue a press release to that effect.”
