In a decisive operation, the Kebbi State Police Command has successfully neutralized four suspected kidnappers, rescued a victim, and recovered N3 million in ransom in Suru Local Government Area.
The Command’s Spokesman, CSP Nafi’u Abubakar, confirmed the development in a statement on Saturday in Birnin Kebbi.
According to Abubakar, the criminals stormed Gobiraje Village in Suru LGA on February 14 at about 1:45 p.m. and abducted a 60-year-old man, Umaru Bawa. Upon receiving the report, the Divisional Police Officer of Suru swiftly mobilized a tactical team of officers and vigilantes, tracking the kidnappers to Tundafari Forest in the Dakingari axis.
“A fierce gun battle ensued, leading to the neutralization of four suspects, while one was captured with fatal injuries. Several others fled into the forest with gunshot wounds,” Abubakar disclosed.
The operation also led to the safe rescue of the abducted victim and the recovery of N3 million, which had already been paid to the kidnappers as ransom.
Commending the officers, Kebbi State Commissioner of Police, Bello Sani, praised their bravery, professionalism, and strategic execution of the mission. He reaffirmed the command’s unwavering commitment to eradicating crime in the state.
Sani also urged residents to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the nearest police station for swift intervention.
