Benue State authorities captured an armed robbery suspect during a nighttime raid in Gboko Local Government Area. Commissioner Ifeanyi Emenari announced that officers detained Liambe Orpine, age 35, at his Gboko East hideout on September 12 around 11pm. Surveillance teams had received intelligence about planned attacks on multiple locations by Orpine's criminal group. The remaining gang members escaped when police arrived at their base. Officers seized one AK-47 rifle, one jack knife, and three homemade Dane guns from the premises.
State Criminal Investigation Department officials have taken over the case while manhunts continue for the escaped criminals. Police spokesperson DSP Udeme Edet confirmed that Orpine remains detained pending further investigation. Emenari praised Operation Zenda Joint Task Force members for their successful mission. The commissioner emphasized the command's dedication to eliminating criminal activities throughout Benue State. He encouraged citizens to share valuable information with authorities to enhance community safety.
State Criminal Investigation Department officials have taken over the case while manhunts continue for the escaped criminals. Police spokesperson DSP Udeme Edet confirmed that Orpine remains detained pending further investigation. Emenari praised Operation Zenda Joint Task Force members for their successful mission. The commissioner emphasized the command's dedication to eliminating criminal activities throughout Benue State. He encouraged citizens to share valuable information with authorities to enhance community safety.
