Operatives of anti-cult of the Akwa Ibom State Police have arrested a infamous cult and armed theft suspect for allegedly trying to defile a teen.
Police additionally recovered a locally-fabricated gun with one stay cartridge from the suspect.
Spokesperson of Akwa Ibom Police Command, DSP Timfon John who disclosed on Saturday in Uyo, stated the suspect, a 26-year-old Happiness Alphonsus Iseyen from Ini native authorities space of the state has been apprehended and present process interrogation.
“On August 28, 2025, the Akwa Ibom State Police Command arrested a suspect linked to a case of defilement and armed theft within the State.
“Following a tip-off acquired on August 27, 2025, from a involved citizen, detectives had been in a position to observe and apprehend the suspect, Happiness Alphonsus Iseyen, a 26-year-old male from Ini LGA.
“The arrest was made at roughly 13:40 hours. Upon a search of the suspect, a locally-made pistol and one cartridge had been recovered from his possession,” DSP John stated.
She added that the Command was conducting a discreet investigation to arrest different members of the gang and recuperate their operational weapons.
The Command reassured the general public of its dedication to making sure the protection of all residents and urged the residents to cooperate frequently with the Police by offering well timed and credible data.
