The Kwara State Police Command has arrested a group of suspects and recovered two AK-47 rifles in Baruten Local Government Area.
According to a statement issued on Wednesday June 3 by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Adetoun Ejire-Adeyemi, operatives attached to the Okuta Divisional Headquarters arrested a group of suspected criminals during a raid in the Tabida area of Okuta on June 1, 2026. Further intelligence-led operations led to the recovery of two AK-47 rifles with fully loaded magazines.
Police said investigations are ongoing and that the suspects will be charged in court upon the conclusion of the probe.
The Command commended officers of the Violent Crime Response Unit (VCRU) and other supporting formations for their professionalism and commitment. It also reassured residents of its determination to sustain intelligence-driven operations across the state.
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