A disturbing incident has unfolded in Akwa Ibom State,
where a 13-year-old primary school pupil was apprehended for allegedly threatening his fellow students with a pistol. The young suspect, a student at Saint Paul’s Primary School in Ikot Ibiok, Eket Local Government Area, has confessed to possessing the firearm since November 2024.
The Akwa Ibom State Commissioner of Police, Baba Azare, revealed this alarming information during a press briefing held in Uyo on Wednesday. According to Commissioner Azare, the police received credible intelligence around 8 a.m. on January 30th, detailing the boy’s presence on school grounds with a pistol and his threats to open fire on his classmates.
Acting swiftly on this information, police operatives from the Akwa Ibom State Command immediately mobilized and apprehended the young suspect. A locally fabricated pistol was recovered from his possession, further substantiating the initial report and confirming the potential danger posed by the student’s actions
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incident has unfolded in Akwa Ibom State
During subsequent interrogation, the 13-year-old boy made a startling confession. He admitted to having the firearm in his possession since November 2024, acquiring it from a wardrobe within his father’s bedroom. This revelation has raised serious concerns about the accessibility of firearms within the community and the potential risks posed to children.
In the wake of this disturbing incident, the police have taken decisive action. The father of the young suspect has been arrested and is currently in custody.
the police are treating this matter with utmost seriousness and have launched a comprehensive investigation to unravel the circumstances surrounding the incident.
The investigation seeks to determine how the young boy gained access to the firearm, the motivations behind his threats, and the extent of his father’s knowledge or involvement in the matter. The police are also working to ascertain the source of the locally made pistol and whether it is connected to any other criminal activities
This incident serves as a stark reminder of the critical need for responsible gun ownership and secure storage of firearms. It also highlights the importance of parental supervision and awareness of children’s activities, as well as the need for increased vigilance within school communities to ensure the safety and well-being of students.
