Delta Police Rescue Four Kidnap Victims, Arrest Suspected Cultist, Recover Beretta Pistol

The Delta State Police Command has recorded significant operational successes with the rescue of four kidnapped persons and the arrest of a suspected cultist, reinforcing its commitment to protecting lives and property across the state.

In a statement issued on Thursday, February 5, 2026, the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Bright Edafe, disclosed that the first operation followed a kidnapping incident along the Ewu–Ajekuta Road on February 2, 2026, at about 9:30 p.m.

According to the statement, five armed men suspected to be kidnappers blocked the road and forcefully abducted four occupants of a Toyota Sienna vehicle. Upon receiving a distress call, the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) of Otu-Jeremi immediately mobilised operatives, working in synergy with sister security agencies and vigilant members of the Ewu community.

The coordinated effort led to the successful rescue of all four victims, who were promptly taken to a hospital for medical attention. During the operation, two expended 7.5mm ammunition were recovered, while bush combing and manhunt operations continue to apprehend the fleeing suspects.

In a separate operation on February 3, 2026, operatives of the Ibusa Division, acting on credible intelligence, raided a suspected cult gathering at Anioma Garden, Ugboli Quarters, Ibusa.

One suspect, Michael Ayauze, was arrested during the raid. Preliminary investigations revealed that the suspect is a member of the Supreme Vikings Confraternity. A search led to the recovery of one English Beretta pistol, one live round of ammunition, and assorted charms, while other suspects escaped.

Reacting to the developments, the Commissioner of Police, Delta State Command, CP Aina Adesola, reaffirmed his resolve to deal decisively with kidnapping, cultism, and all forms of violent crime. He urged residents to remain vigilant and continue supporting the Police with credible information through established channels.