Police arrest two kidnappers in Ondo
Ondo State Police Command arrests two suspected kidnappers in Molege, Owo LGA. Learn more about the ongoing investigation and efforts to dismantle the synd Read More: https://punchng.com/police-arrest-two-kidnappers-in-ondo-2/
The Edo State Police Command has rescued a 32-year-old man named Oboharekpe Muhammed David, who had been kidnapped. The rescue took place in South-Ibie, Etsako West Local Government Area of Edo State, on August 20th, 2026. According to the command's spokesperson, Eno Ikoedem, four armed men abducted the victim in Ibienafe Village.
Upon receiving the report, Commissioner of Police Patrick Daaor ordered a rescue team to conduct a search in the forested area. When the security personnel spotted the kidnappers, a gun battle ensued. The police's superior firepower forced the kidnappers to flee, leaving the victim behind. Efforts are currently underway to locate and apprehend the fleeing kidnappers.
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