By Christiana Gokyo, Jos
The Plateau State Police Command has recorded another breakthrough in its fight against drug-related crimes with the arrest of 25 suspects and the recovery of cannabis, controlled drugs, and other banned substances during a coordinated operation in Jos.
The operation was carried out on Saturday at about 7:55 p.m. by a joint team led by the Officer-in-Charge of the Violence Crime Response Unit (VCRU), in collaboration with personnel from the Anglo-Jos Division, Anti-Cybercrime and Narcotics Unit, Monitoring Unit, and Eagle Eye Patrol Team.
According to a statement issued to journalists in Jos by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Alfred Alabo, the team raided identified drug hotspots at Old Airport Junction and Fwavwei Junction in Jos.
The statement noted that the operation targeted notorious locations where criminals allegedly sell and distribute cannabis, illicit substances, controlled drugs, and other prohibited items.
A total of 25 suspects were arrested during the raid, while various exhibits were recovered and are currently in police custody. Investigations are ongoing.
The statement further said that the Plateau State Police Command, under the leadership of the Commissioner of Police, Bassey Ewah, remains committed to ridding the state of drug peddlers and other criminal elements threatening public peace and safety.
CP Ewah commended the officers involved in the operation for their bravery, professionalism, and teamwork.
He assured residents that the Command would sustain aggressive patrols and intelligence-driven operations across the state to dismantle criminal networks.
The Commissioner also urged members of the public to provide timely and credible information to the police, warning that anyone found dealing in illicit drugs or aiding criminal activities would be arrested and prosecuted in accordance with the law.
He reiterated the Command’s commitment to safeguarding lives and property and expressed appreciation to law-abiding citizens for their continued cooperation in building a drug-free and safer Plateau State.