Capt. Iliyasu Bawa, the Assistant Director and Public Relations Officer of the Nigerian Army, disclosed this in a statement on Tuesday in Asaba
According to statement, the suspects were tracked to their hideout following a tip-off.
A a gun battle ensued when the security operatives approached the suspects, resulting in one of them, 31-year-old Justwill Brodeick, sustaining gunshot wounds.
He said that two other suspects, 29-year-old Olokepomu Kelvin and 22-year-old Oghenekaro Jonathan, were apprehended.
According to him, the injured suspect is currently receiving medical attention, while the other two are in detention pending further investigation.
The Commander, 63 Brigade/Sector 1 Joint Task Force, Operation Delta Safe, Brig.-Gen. Moronfolu Shonibare, commended the troops for their professionalism and diligence.
He urged the public to continue supporting the military with credible information to maintain peace and security in Delta.
