Two suspected armed robbers have been apprehended by the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) of Ogwashi-Uku Community in Delta State, CSP Okoyomon Israel, together with the Anti-Crime Squad and local vigilante groups. The suspects were reportedly operating along Chelsea Street.

The arrested individuals have been identified as Thywill Selvin, a 22-year-old from Poly Road, Ogwashi-Ukwu, and Guntim Bako, aged 32, from Kwale Junction.

According to reports received by DAILY POST, the arrests took place on August 4, 2025, at approximately 4:30 a.m.

Recovered from the suspects were various weapons and valuables, including one pump-action rifle loaded with a live cartridge, a Beretta pistol with six live rounds, three assault rifle cartridges, two motorcycles—a Daylong (REG NO: SAP 369 VK) and a Qlink (REG NO: URM 750 QV)—twenty-five mobile phones, four laptops, a tablet, a PlayStation 4 gaming console, a home theatre system, two Zealot music players, five bags containing clothing, and other assorted items.

Delta State Police Public Relations Officer, SP Bright Edafe, confirmed the incident in a statement issued to our correspondent in Warri.

SP Edafe explained that a distress call was received at the Ogwashi-Ukwu Police Station on the early morning of August 4, reporting the presence of armed robbers operating along Chelsea Street.

“In response, DPO CSP Okoyomon Israel swiftly mobilized the Anti-Crime Squad alongside local vigilante groups to the location,” he said.

“Upon arrival, the suspects attempted to flee but were apprehended. The two arrested individuals are Thywill Selvin and Guntim Bako,” SP Edafe added.

He further detailed the items recovered during the operation, confirming the seizure of firearms, ammunition, motorcycles, electronics, and other valuables.

Several victims of the robbery have since positively identified their stolen properties among the recovered items.