YOLA – The Nigeria Police Force has dealt another decisive blow against economic sabotage with the arrest of seven suspects and recovery of 285 vandalized pipeline sections in Adamawa State.
In a statement on Sunday, the Force said the operation was carried out by the Adamawa State Police Command in collaboration with the IGP Special Task Force on Petroleum and Illegal Bunkering.
According to the statement, acting on credible intelligence, Police operatives stormed a suspected hideout in Kwarami, Mayo-Belwa Local Government Area.
During the raid, seven suspects were arrested and the following items were recovered:
- 285 vandalized pipeline sections*
– 6 gas cylinders
- Shovels and other digging tools
allegedly used to target critical national infrastructure.
The Police stated that investigations are ongoing to dismantle the entire network and apprehend other fleeing members of the syndicate. The arrested suspects remain in custody pending prosecution.
The Force reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to protecting Nigeria’s critical national assets. It also urged members of the public to continue providing timely and credible intelligence to help defeat pipeline vandalism and other forms of economic sabotage.
Joint Police Operation Arrests 7 Suspects, Recovers 285 Vandalised Pipes in Adamawa State
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