The Delta State Police Command has made a startling discovery after apprehending a young man who concealed a locally fabricated pistol inside an ordinary loaf of bread during a routine security check.
Ingenious Concealment Uncovered
According to police reports, the incident occurred on November 6, 2025, at approximately 8:45 p.m. at the Koka Roundabout in Asaba. Officers from the Rapid Response Squad (RRS) were conducting their regular stop-and-search operation when they intercepted a young man whose behavior raised suspicion.
During a thorough search of the suspect, law enforcement officers made the shocking discovery: a locally made Beretta pistol carefully hidden inside a standard loaf of bread. The creative concealment method initially escaped notice but was uncovered during the comprehensive search procedure.
Suspect Identification and Arrest
The police immediately took the suspect into custody and identified him as Nnamdi Stanley Chibuike, a 24-year-old resident of Ogbeowele Quarters, located behind General Hospital in Asaba. The suspect remains in police custody while investigations continue to determine his potential involvement in criminal activities.
State Police Public Relations Officer, SP Bright Edafe, confirmed the arrest and provided details about the operation. He emphasized that the suspect is being investigated for possible connections to armed robbery and kidnapping incidents within Asaba metropolis and surrounding communities.
Ongoing Investigation and Police Commitment
The recovered weapon has been secured as an exhibit, and the Delta State Police Command has launched a comprehensive investigation to ascertain the suspect's possible criminal connections. Police authorities are working to determine whether the suspect operates as an armed robber, gunrunner, or both.
SP Edafe highlighted that this arrest demonstrates the police command's commitment to proactive policing and intelligence-led operations. The successful operation at Koka Roundabout showcases the effectiveness of routine security measures in detecting and preventing potential crimes before they occur.
The police spokesperson commended the vigilance of the RRS operatives who detected the suspicious behavior that led to the significant discovery. This incident serves as a warning to criminal elements that innovative concealment methods will not escape the notice of alert security personnel.
