Akwa Ibom Police Intercept Armed Suspect with Stolen Police Paraphernalia

The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has made a significant breakthrough in their fight against crime, intercepting an armed suspect in possession of stolen police paraphernalia.

The operation took place on July 20, 2025, at approximately 10:30 PM, during an intelligence-led surveillance and anti-crime patrol operation targeting known hotspots within their Area of Responsibility .

The suspect, identified as Iniobong Ezekiel Sunday, a male resident of Adiasim Ikot Eko Village in INI Local Government Area, was intercepted at around 12:05 AM. A search of his bag revealed a cache of concerning items, including:

– One Locally Made Pistol_

– Stolen Police Uniforms_: One blue police uniform with a name tag identifying “EKPENYONG ATTE” and Force Number 062763, bearing the rank of Sergeant, and one black police uniform

– Police Photographs_

– Police Badges_: A pair of police badges

– _Inspector Rank and File Lanyard_

– Bicycle_

– Stolen Credentials_: Several credentials bearing the name “UKPONG HELINA TOM”

The suspect is currently undergoing profiling as investigations continue.

The Akwa Ibom State Police Command commends the vigilance and swift action of its officers in apprehending this suspect and seizing the dangerous items and police paraphernalia .

This operation underscores the commitment of the Nigeria Police Force to ensuring the safety and security of all citizens and eradicating criminal elements from their communities.

“The Akwa Ibom State Police Command commends the vigilance and swift action of its Officers in apprehending this suspect and seizing dangerous items and police paraphernalia.” – DSP Timfon John, Police Public Relations Officer