On 7 October 2026, [Delta State Police Command](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Delta_State_Police_Force) operatives from the CP Special Assignment Team, in partnership with local vigilantes, detained 26‑year‑old Sunday Nimel in [Asaba](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Asaba) and seized an [AK‑47](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/AK-47) rifle, three live rounds and two locally‑made cut‑to‑size firearms.
**What led to the arrest?**
The arrest occurred at approximately 22:30 hrs after the team acted on credible intelligence indicating Nimel’s involvement in a series of residential armed‑robbery incidents across Asaba and surrounding areas.
**What was recovered?**
During interrogation, Nimel disclosed the location of a hideout near Okpanam City Gate, where officers retrieved one AK‑47, three rounds of live ammunition and two locally fabricated guns.
**Official response**
Delta State Police Public Relations Officer SP Bright Edafe released a statement confirming the operation’s success and noting that investigations remain ongoing.
**Leadership comments**
[CP Samuel E. Erale](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Delta_State_Police_Force) praised the team’s effort, emphasizing the command’s dedication to intelligence‑driven policing and the dismantling of criminal networks, while urging residents to keep providing reliable information.
The police continue to probe the case and have asked the public to remain vigilant and assist with any further leads.