By Lambert Festus
The Ozoro Area Command has identified inadequate modern security equipment as a major challenge to effective crime prevention and control in Ozoro, Delta State.
The command’s Legal Officer, Inspector Godspower Tugen who made this known during an interview with our reporter last Friday, listed drones, CCTV cameras and functional operational vehicles as essential tools needed to strengthen security operations and combat criminal activities.
He described Ozoro as a generally peaceful community, noting that criminal incidents were not frequent.
He however expressed concern that the ongoing curfew was affecting the town’s reputation for peace and security.
The inspector urged residents to cooperate with security agencies by providing useful information that could assist the police in preventing and tackling criminal activities.
He also advised members of the public to remain vigilant within their neighbourhoods and report suspicious activities or situations capable of threatening public peace and order.
The legal officer stressed that maintaining security should not be left to the police alone, adding that residents have an important role to play through cooperation, timely information and responsible conduct.
