Three Beretta Pistols Hidden in Plantain Sack Recovered at Benin Motor Park

Three Beretta pistols concealed in a sack of unripe plantains have been recovered by operatives of the Edo State Police Command at a motor park in Benin City.

CP Patrick Daaor of Edo State said the sack was abandoned at Flight Transport Services, Akpakpava, on August 5, 2026, after an unidentified man presented it for waybill to Benue State.

According to him, a search of the abandoned sack revealed the three Beretta pistols hidden beneath the plantains, prompting the police to launch an investigation.

Through technical intelligence and sustained investigation, operatives of the Anti-Kidnapping Unit arrested 27-year-old Andrew Friday at Akpakpava on August 7.

CP Daaor also stated that the suspect confessed to sending the sack and admitted membership of Aiye Secret Cult Confraternity.

He allegedly told investigators that one Bance, surname unknown, from Iyanomo Community, gave him the firearms for repairs in Benue State and subsequent use in an ongoing cult rivalry.

The police Chief said investigation was ongoing to apprehend Bance and other suspects connected with the movement of the firearms.