Police Arrest 62-year-old with Gun, Recover Indian Hemp in Delta

Operatives of the Delta State Police Command have arrested a 62-year-old man identified as Richard Nmorsi, over alleged possession of fire arm and substance suspected to be indian hemp in the state.

The command’s spokesperson, Bright Edafe, said the suspect was arrested on October 21, 2026, by the operatives of the Special Anti-Kidnapping Unit (SAKU), Sector III, Ubuluku, following intelligence report.

He said the operatives, while acting on credible intelligence, raided the residence of one Richard Nmorsi, 62, at Ekuku-Agbor Community, Ika South Local Government Area of the State and arrested him.

According to him, a search conducted on his premises, pursuant to a duly obtained warrant, led to the recovery of one locally fabricated single-barrel firearm, 24 live cartridges.

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Edafe added that illicit substance suspected to be Indian hemp were also recovered from the suspect’s residence.

He said the suspect and the recovered exhibits were taken into custody while investigation is ongoing.

Edafe assured that the suspect would be charged to court as soon as investigation is concluded.