Operatives from the Delta State Police Command have taken into custody a 62-year-old man, identified as Richard Nmorsi, following allegations of possessing an illegal firearm and a substance believed to be Indian hemp within the state.
Bright Edafe, the command's spokesperson, confirmed the arrest, stating that the suspect was apprehended on 21st October 2026. The operation was carried out by officers of the Special Anti-Kidnapping Unit (SAKU), Sector III, Ubuluku, acting on credible intelligence.
According to Edafe, the operatives, leveraging the intelligence received, conducted a raid on Mr. Richard Nmorsi's residence, situated in Ekuku-Agbor Community, Ika South Local Government Area of Delta State. Following a search of his premises, which was conducted pursuant to a duly obtained warrant, law enforcement discovered one locally fabricated single-barrel firearm and 24 live cartridges.
In addition to the weapon and ammunition, illicit substances suspected to be Indian hemp were also recovered from the suspect’s home. Mr. Nmorsi, along with the seized items, has been taken into custody, and a thorough investigation is currently ongoing.
Edafe assured the public that the suspect would be formally charged in court as soon as the police investigation is concluded.