The Abia State Police Command has intensified its crackdown on criminal activities, successfully identifying and destroying a suspected criminal hideout deep within a forest in the state.
According to an official statement released by the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Maureen Chinaka, the operation was carried out under the directive of the Commissioner of Police, Danladi Isa.
Acting on credible intelligence, security operatives traced the hideout to the Unuobasi Forest in Umunneochi Local Government Area.
The raid, which took place on June 28, 2026, involved the command’s Violent Crime Response Unit working in collaboration with a local security outfit. The team successfully dismantled the camp, effectively disrupting criminal operations in the area.
Police authorities confirmed that surveillance efforts are still ongoing to ensure the area remains secure and free from criminal elements.
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Reassuring residents, the Commissioner of Police emphasized that there will be no safe haven for criminals anywhere in Abia State.
He reiterated the command’s commitment to its constitutional responsibility of preventing crime and bringing offenders to justice.
The police also called on members of the public to remain vigilant and cooperate with security agencies by reporting any suspicious movements or activities to the nearest police station.
This latest operation underscores the command’s resolve to take the fight directly to criminal enclaves and restore lasting peace across the state.
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