Resulting from a search and rescue mission, operatives of the Kwara state Police command, have apprehended five members of a Suspected kidnap gang, rescued two victims, and neutralized one unidentified member of the gang in the course of the operation.
According to a press statement signed, and released to pressmen in Ilorin by the command public Relations Officer, DSP Ejire-Adeyemi Toun anipr, the arrested suspects allegedly carried out an attack on the camp of one Alhaji Taofio Fulani where three persons were abducted and taken away.
“On the night of February 24, 2024, at about 0030hrs, a gang of suspected kidnappers carried out a brazen attack on the camp of Alhaji Taofio Fulani in Alo Village, Ifelodun LGA. During the attack, three persons were abducted and taken to an unknown destination.”
DSP Ejire-Adeyemi Toun stated that “Swift response by police operatives and vigilantes resulted in a coordinated search operation in the surrounding bush.”
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During this process, “one Babangida Soliu ‘M’ narrowly escaped from the kidnappers, while two victims, Halimat Umaru ‘F’ and Husseinat Isiaka ‘F’ both aged 20 years were successfully rescued unharmed. They have since been re-united with their families.”
“In further pursuit of the kidnappers and the ensuing gun duel, one of the perpetrators, whose identity is yet to be confirmed, was neutralized. Additionally, two suspects, Saidu Soliu and Soliu Abass, sustained serious injuries and were promptly taken to the hospital for medical treatment.”
The press release gave the details of the five suspects apprehended in connection with the incident as:
- Ibrahim Muazu (30 years old)
- Asimu Salisu (25 years old)
- Aminu Alaka (25 years old)
- Aminu Temino (20 years old)
- Zakariyau Suleiman (20 years old).
Several Items recovered from the arrested suspects include :
- two fabricated locally made guns.
- twelve 7.62mm AK47 live ammunition.
- eight expended 7.62mm AK47 ammunition.
- one empty magazine.
- one cutlass and several plugs.
The PPRO noted that the case is currently under investigation.
Meanwhile, the Commissioner of Police Kwara State Command, CP Victor Olaiya psc+ has assured the public that every effort is being made to ensure the perpetrators face the full wrath of the law.
