Delta State Police Command confirmed that on 11 October 2026, operatives from the Orerokpe Division detained two individuals suspected of operating an armed‑robbery syndicate via a tricycle on Osubi Road, resulting in the seizure of a firearm and ammunition.
**What triggered the operation?**
The arrest followed a credible tip received from the [Civilian Anti-Cult Group](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anti-cult_movement) in Osubi. Police collaborated with civilian anti‑cult operatives and local vigilantes, who together intercepted a tricycle bearing registration BDG 429 QN.
**Who were the suspects?**
The men identified were Musa Haruna, aged 22, and Mubarak Abdulahi, aged 20. Both were taken into custody after being stopped in the vehicle.
**What was recovered?**
A search of the tricycle uncovered a locally manufactured cut‑to‑size double‑barrel shotgun, seven live cartridges and a jackknife.
**What does the investigation reveal?**
Preliminary inquiries indicate that the duo are believed to be members of a criminal network that robs and abducts unsuspecting passengers, coercing them to transfer money from their bank accounts.
**What are the next steps?**
Authorities said the probe remains active, aiming to identify and apprehend additional members of the syndicate and bring them before the courts.