Troops of Operation Enduring Peace have arrested two suspected illegal arms manufacturers during a targeted raid on a criminal hideout in Langtang North Local Government Area of Plateau State.
The operation, according to security sources, was conducted at about 5:00 p.m. on April 22 at Gwandanu Village, following credible intelligence on illicit arms production in the area.
The suspects were apprehended while actively engaged in the fabrication of weapons.
Items recovered during the operation include two AK-47 rifles, one G3 rifle, two generating sets, a welding machine, a drilling machine, a hand filer, and a toolbox, among other equipment.
The suspects are currently in military custody pending further investigation.
Sources added that troops have intensified efforts to mop up illegally fabricated arms in the area as part of ongoing operations to curb criminal activities and enhance security in the state.
By Zagazola Makama
