The Akwa Ibom State Police Command says it has arrested 196 suspects in Akwa Ibom State for different offences including murder, kidnapping, armed robbery and child stealing, among others, in 2022.

The figures were disclosed during a news conference by Akwa Ibom Commissioner of Police, Mr. Olatoye Durosinmi yesterday in Uyo

He said while some of the Suspects have been charged to Court, investigation is ongoing for some, while others have been granted Police administrative bail.

He thanked the Inspector General of Police, Usman Baba for his intelligence-led policing strategy, the Akwa Ibom State Government for creating the enabling environment to work, Sister Security Agencies for the robust synergy and the good People of the State for the partnership.