The army has confirmed that its troops killed two suspects linked to the murder of four soldiers during a protection mission in Rivers State.
Spokesman for the army’s 6 Division in Port Harcourt, Lt. Col. Danjuma Danjuma, in a statement on Tuesday, stated that the suspects were eliminated during a raid on their hideout in Kalaogbokolo, Ahoada West Local Government Area.
He said that the operation was prompted by credible intelligence indicating the suspects’ return to the community.
On December 12, 2023, the gang had attacked the soldiers, killing four and abducting two Korean expatriates from Daewoo Nigeria Limited.
During the raid, two suspects were captured but were shot after attempting to flee into the bush.
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The troops also recovered several firearms, including an AK-47 rifle, a Fabrique National rifle, a pump-action shotgun, and other weapons and ammunition.
“The Nigerian Army reiterates that regardless of how long it takes, criminals involved in such heinous acts will face severe consequences for their actions.
“We assure citizens of the division’s commitment to safeguarding lives and property, and we encourage them to continue providing actionable intelligence on the activities of criminal gangs,” he added.
