Police Rescue Two Kidnapped Victims, Neutralise Three Gunmen
Laleye Dipo in Minna The Niger State Police Command has rescued two kidnapped victims after a fierce battle with the kidnappers in the Wawa forest of Borgu Local Government Area
In Minna, the Niger State Police Command successfully rescued two kidnapped victims from the Wawa forest of Borgu Local Government Area. During the operation, the police engaged in a fierce battle with three of the kidnappers, neutralizing them. The remaining suspects managed to escape with gunshot injuries. Police Public Relations Officer, SP Wasiu Abiodun, explained that the victims were abducted from Wako village, with the kidnappers demanding a ransom.
The police surveillance team, in collaboration with vigilante men, quickly mobilized to the forest for the rescue. In the heat of the confrontation, the kidnappers were intercepted, resulting in the rescue of the victims unharmed and the neutralization of three suspects. The remaining kidnappers escaped with bullet wounds. Additionally, one Mohammed Jamiu was arrested in Bida for possessing 27 pieces of suspected counterfeit N1,000 notes, along with charms, a calabash, and a red cloth.
He claimed he sold his motorcycle and used part of the proceeds to purchase the fake currency. Further investigation is ongoing.
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