Police rescue five kidnapped victims, arrest three suspects in Kebbi

The Kebbi State Police Command successfully rescued five kidnapped victims and arrested three suspects during a security operation in Dakingari, Suru Local Government Area. SP Bashir Usman, the Police Public Relations Officer, revealed this in a statement. The operation was prompted by intelligence that armed men entered Dolen Kwandage Village and abducted three individuals - Samaila Abubakar, Dayyaba Muhammadu, and Balki Hakimi.

Police forces, in collaboration with local vigilantes, tracked down the kidnappers and compelled them to release their captives. Additionally, two women, Moe Muddaha and Hadiza Bello, were rescued from Yarma Village. All five victims were unharmed and taken to General Hospital, Dakingari, for a medical check-up before being returned to their families.

The three arrested suspects are Umaru Janyo, Bube Kwaire, and Muhammadu Gyade, all from various villages. Some gang members fled with gunshot injuries. Evidence recovered included an unregistered motorcycle, cash, and equipment. Commissioner of Police Umar Hadejia praised the police and vigilantes for their prompt response. The police have escalated patrols and surveillance in the region while pursuing the escaped suspects.