Tension: Troops Take Over Arrested Soldier Over Alleged Gunrunning and Kidnapping in Delta

Troops of 181 Amphibious Battalion have taken custody of a serving soldier allegedly arrested over gunrunning and kidnapping-related activities in Ughelli North Local Government Area of Delta State.

Security sources said the suspect, a senior non-commissioned officer attached to 343 Artillery Regiment, Elele in Rivers State, was earlier apprehended in Ughelli town on April 23 by security operatives.

The sources disclosed that the soldier was subsequently handed over to military authorities on April 27 for further investigation and disciplinary action.

According to the sources, preliminary allegations against the suspect include involvement in illegal arms trafficking and kidnapping activities within the general area.

They added that the suspect is currently in custody pending completion of investigations and appropriate administrative procedures, while efforts are ongoing to uncover possible accomplices and the extent of his alleged involvement.