Operatives of the Delta State Police Command have re-arrested eight of 11 suspects who allegedly escaped from lawful custody at a police facility in the Ughelli area of Delta State.

The development was disclosed on Tuesday by the Force Public Relations Officer, Ani Iniedu, as part of the Nigeria Police Force’s reported 24-hour operational successes across the country.

According to Iniedu, the eight suspects were re-arrested through intelligence-led operations. The case is being investigated by the State Criminal Investigation Department in Asaba.

“Following the escape of 11 suspects from lawful custody at a police facility in Ughelli, concerted police efforts led to the re-arrest of eight suspects,” the statement said.

The police did not disclose the identities of the suspects or provide details on the circumstances surrounding their escape.

In a separate operation in Delta, police arrested a suspect on Sunday, August 16, in connection with the alleged illegal disposal of oil-contaminated sludge along the Ughelli-Iyede Expressway. One truck allegedly used in the operation was also recovered.

In Anambra State, police arrested a 49-year-old man at Obosi, Idemili North Local Government Area, on Monday, August 17, following credible intelligence. Officers reportedly recovered one pump-action gun and 50 live cartridges from him.

Meanwhile, police operatives in Kogi State secured the release of 12 abducted victims at Abocho, Dekina Local Government Area. The victims were debriefed at the Divisional Police Headquarters before being reunited with their families.

The police said further operational successes were recorded in the Federal Capital Territory, Oyo, Benue, Niger, Bayelsa and Ogun states.