By Kamsi Anayo and John Ugo
Police in Anambra State have busted a running syndicate in the state.
A statement signed by the State Police Command spokesperson, DSP Tochukwu Ikenga, said that 23 pump action automatic guns were recovered from the syndicate in Onitsha.
He said that it also arrested the dealer, who he described as a major arms dealer, dealing illegally in prohibited firearms.
In all, three suspects have been arrested during raids in Onitsha while investigation is being expanded.
The short press release reads, “The breakthrough followed weeks of intensive surveillance by operatives of the command.
“A total of 23 automatic pump action guns and 625 live cartridges were recovered.
“So far, three suspects have been arrested in Onitsha while investigation is being expanded.
Ikenga said the Commissioner of Police, CP Aderemi Adeoye commended the operatives involved in the operation.
He added that the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olukayode Egbetokun, also provided guidance throughout the duration of the operation.