Police neutralise two gunrunners in Zamfara

Published date09 January 2023
Publication titleNigeria - The Nation

Police in Zamfara neutralised two gunrunners on the Anka-Gummi Highway yesterday while attempting to convey arms to terrorists' camps.

Police spokesman in the state, Muhammad Shehu, stated that the gunrunners were conveying the sophisticated arms and ammunition from Taraba.

He added that a Toyota Corolla vehicle was recovered from the suspects.

The vehicle contained three live Rocket Propeller Gun bullets, three explosives, 151 rounds of live ammunition for AK 47 rifles, 200 rounds of live ammunition for anti-aircraft rifles and assorted charms.

He said: 'On January 7, police tactical operatives successfully neutralised two gunrunners on Gummi-Anka Road in an extensive gun duel that lasted for hours

'The operation followed intelligence information...

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