Troops of Headquarters 63 Brigade/Sector 1, Joint Task Force, South South, Operation DELTA SAFE, have recorded significant operational successes, resulting in the confiscation of four AK-47 rifles.
Acting Assistant Director, Army Public Relations, 63 Brigade, Nigerian Army, Captain Iliyasu Bawa-Rijau, confirmed this in a statement issued to newsmen on Tuesday in Asaba.
Captain Bawa-Rijau said the operation also led to the arrest of two suspected criminals at Ogidigben Community in Warri South West Local Government Area of Delta State.
According to him, he operation was conducted following reports of sporadic shooting in the community.
“Acting on credible intelligence, the troops responded swiftly and confiscated four AK 47 riffles, six magazines, 106 rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition, two knives, ten machetes, and four rain boots.
He said the suspects are currently in custody, undergoing further investigation.
While, appreciating troops for their resilience, the Commander 63 Brigade, Brigadier General Moronfolu Shonibare charged them to sustain the operational tempo.
He re-assured of the Brigade’s unwavering commitment in denying criminal elements freedom of action. He also warned that any individuals or groups harbouring arms or engaging in criminal activities to have a rethink, as efforts would be intensified to track them down.