….. command assure the public of its commitment in fighting crime and criminal activities.
The Akwa Ibom State Police Command in its continuous efforts in fighting crime has foiled an armed robbery attack in Ikot Ekpene.
At approximately 02:15hrs on July 23, 2025, a swift and decisive operation by the operatives of the Command thwarted an armed robbery attempt at Annex B Estate in Ikot Ator Village.
The operation commenced after the police received a distressed call from a concerned citizen reporting an ongoing armed robbery. Responding rapidly, Operatives dispatched immediately to the location.
Upon arrival of the police, the three armed hoodlums sighted the officers and immediately opened fire. Police tactically engaged the suspects in a gun duel which resulted in the suppression of the robbers.
One of the armed robbers was neutralized during the exchange of gunfire while the other two sustained bullet wounds and managed to escape.
A statement signed by the command public relations officer DSP Timfot John said the items recovered from the scene of the incident include
* One cut-to-size locally made shotgun
* One expanded cartridge
* One live cartridge
* Four assorted Android mobile phones
* One industrial cutter
* One cross bag containing a cash sum of N5,700
* One wristwatch
* One Echolac traveling box containing clothes
* One Qlink motorcycle with registration number UML 906 QX
During the incident, one victim (name withheld) , an occupant of the lodge, sustained a gunshot wound inflicted by the hoodlums. He was immediately rushed to the Hospital for medical attention and is currently receiving treatment.
All hands are still on deck, and intensified efforts are underway to apprehend the fleeing suspects. The Akwa Ibom State Police Command assures the public of its commitment to ensuring the safety and security of all residents.
