Suspects fled as police moved in during a routine patrol in Yenagoa. Officers recovered a locally made pistol at the scene and have launched a search for those who escaped.
YENAGOA, BAYELSA — Bayelsa Police Command recovered a locally made pistol after several suspects ran from a police patrol team in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State. The incident happened during a routine operation, and officers have started investigations to identify and arrest the fleeing suspects, according to the police.
The command said officers noticed a group behaving suspiciously during the patrol. Police operatives approached the group, but the suspects immediately fled in different directions. During a search of the area, officers recovered a locally made pistol believed to have been abandoned as the suspects escaped, according to a police source.
The police said the recovered firearm has been taken into custody for further examination as part of the investigation. According to the command, detectives have begun efforts to trace the suspects and determine whether the weapon has links to any criminal activities in the state. The police also urged residents with useful information to assist investigators.
Police authorities said security operations would continue across Yenagoa and other parts of Bayelsa State to improve public safety. The command added that patrol teams remain on alert and will sustain intelligence-led operations aimed at preventing crime and arresting offenders.
The latest recovery comes as security agencies continue efforts to tackle violent crime and other security threats across Bayelsa. Law enforcement authorities have increased routine patrols in several communities to discourage criminal activities and improve residents’ confidence in public safety. The police have repeatedly encouraged members of the public to report suspicious movements and cooperate with security agencies.
The development means police investigators will focus on identifying the fleeing suspects and determining the origin of the recovered pistol. The outcome of the investigation could help authorities uncover any criminal network linked to the incident and strengthen ongoing security operations across Bayelsa State. Police said the search for the suspects remains active, while residents have been advised to remain vigilant and report any information that could assist the investigation.
