Alleged Delta cult gang kingpin Fragene Pessu arrested

By Clara Egbogota

Troops of Joint Task Force, Operation Delta Safe (OPDS), have arrested
a notorious cultist identified as Stephen Fragene Pessu terrorizing communities in Warri South of Delta State.

The troops also killed another suspected cultist, Brig.-Gen. Moronfolu Shonibare, Commander of 63 Brigade/Sector 1, Joint Task Force, OPDS, said on Friday

“The arrested notorious criminal has confessed to be a member of a dreaded gang terrorising the area and its environs and has provided credible information on their activities.

“The gang was implicated severally in kidnapping for ransom, with evidence of payments made to secure the release of their victims.

“Further investigation have revealed that the group is armed with lethal weapons, used during recent clashes.

“Our troops conducted a follow-up operations, which resulted in a firefight, during which Mr Dele was neutralised, and a pump-action gun recovered from the scene.

“The operation is ongoing, with troops combing the general area, to arrest other members of the gang.

“Additionally, efforts are intensified to recover the weapons in their possession,” he said.

He therefore urged residents of the area and its environs that the Brigade would continue to effectively prioritise the safety of lives and property.

He also called on the residents to go about their socio-economic activities as adequate measures were in place for their safety and security.