Imo State Police Command has arrested one Opara Evans, 35, and Chinedu Stanley, 29, for unlawful possession and distribution of banned fireworks and explosives.
Their arrest was contained in a statement issued yesterday by the command’s public relations officer, Henry Okoye.
He said the arrest followed an intelligence surveillance operation carried out along Alaba Market and Relief Markets Owerri, where large quantities of the prohibited items were recovered.
The command reiterated the total ban on the use, sale, distribution, and possession of all forms of fireworks, knockouts, bangers, and other explosive devices across Imo State.
“Anyone found violating this directive will be arrested and charged to court.
“Residents, parents, and traders are strongly advised to desist from dealing in these banned items and to report any suspicious activity to the nearest police station.”
The PPRO stressed that the Imo State Police Command remains unwavering in its commitment to ensuring a peaceful, safe, and joyful festive season for all Imolites, and urged residents to celebrate responsibly.
