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In a major breakthrough against cattle rustling in Plateau State, troops of 3 Division/Joint Task Force Operation ENDURING PEACE (JTF OPEP) have arrested two notorious suspects and recovered dangerous weapons during a raid in Kogul Village, Mangu Local Government Area.
The intelligence-led operation, carried out on Thursday, September 11, 2025, led to the recovery of an AK-47 rifle, a fabricated revolver rifle, a magazine, ten rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition, a mobile phone, and cash.
Military sources confirmed that the suspects and exhibits are in custody for investigation, while follow-up operations are underway to track down other members of the rustling syndicate.
Officials described the arrest as a significant step in addressing the root causes of violent crises often linked to cattle rustling in the Joint Operations Area.
Major Samson Nantip Zhakom, Media Information Officer of JTF OPEP, reaffirmed the troops’ commitment to stamping out criminal elements threatening peace in Plateau State.
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