The FCT Police Command has rescued two kidnap victims, just as six suspected kidnappers have been arrested along Apo axis of the territory.
A press statement by the Police Public relations Offcier (PPRO) for the command, ASP Yusuf Mariam, Sunday I Abuja, said: “Acting on credible intelligence, the FCT Police Command on Saturday February 6, 2021, arrested six suspected kidnappers along Apo axis.
“The suspects are: Frank Ozor, 26; Nweke Uche, 19; Chester Uzor, 25; Chukwu Bethrand, 27; Chukwu Samuel, 25; and Kelechi Ngene, 26; all male.
“The suspects, who had earlier abducted three people, were arrested by eagle-eyed police operatives on routine patrol while attempting to relocate one of their victims. Further investigation led to the successful rescue of two other victims who identified the suspects.”
The spokesperson further stated that, “Consequently, the Command has deployed covert and overt crime-fighting strategies to strengthen security across the FCT especially areas with cumbersome terrain.
“In addition, the Command has launched a strategic counter-kidnapping operation to checkmate the emerging security concerns.
“Furthermore, the Command is working closely with sister security agencies, key stakeholders and community leaders to rid the FCT of criminal elements.”
She said, “While urging residents to remain calm and law-abiding, the Command enjoins FCT residents to report any suspicious persons or activities around their vicinity at the nearest Police Division or report the same through any of the FCT Police Command Control numbers: 08032003913, 08061581938, 07057337653, and 08028940883.”
