Crime
Criminal Conspiracy, Having Possession of Firearm , Brigandage, and Kidnapping
Criminal Conspiracy, Having Possession of Firearm , Brigandage, and Kidnapping
By:DUNGUS ABDULKARIM
The Yobe state police command has rescued a toddler from kidnappers den and apprehended the gang leader, whereas CP lauded efforts of personnel and directed them to hunt down the fleeing perpetrators and bring them to book.
Police personnel from Gujba Divisional Police Headquarters while responding to a distress call that, on 12th May 2024, at about 1300hrs Armed men intruded into the survivor’s resident at Bungai Village, Buni Yadi, Gujba LGA, shooting with bow and arrow and firing guns thereby threatened the inhabitants and forcefully whisked away the Toddler Adamu Sani, aged 3 years old to an unknown destination .
In the course of intensive Intelligent led operations and in collaboration with vigilantee group, the kidnappers den was discovered in Buni Yadi Town and aggressively raided the enclave date, where the gang leader, One Yau Usman was arrested in custody of the toddler, whilst other syndicates members fled as the command is in prompt pursuit.
Meanwhile, the survivor was rushed to the hospital for medical checkups. However, the suspect has been relocated to the state CID for discrete investigation, swift arrest of the fleeing culprits, and subsequent prosecution.
In this regard, The Commissioner of Police, CP Garba Ahmed, enjoined members of the public to remain proactive, vigilant and report suspicious movements of criminal elements, criminals identified hideout, and miscreants peddling crime to the nearest police station.
Criminal Conspiracy, Having Possession of Firearm , Brigandage, and Kidnapping
Troops Foil Kidnap Attempt, Rescue Four Victims in Bauchi
By Zagazola Makama
Troops of Sector 8, Sub-Sector 82, Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP), have foiled a kidnap attempt in Jigi village, Lere District of Bauchi Local Government Area, Bauchi State, rescuing four abducted persons.
Security sources said the incident occurred at about 1:05 p.m. on April 28 when troops deployed at Bafawa Balewa responded to intelligence on a kidnapping incident in the area.
The sources disclosed that on sighting advancing troops, the kidnappers abandoned their victims and fled into nearby bushes.
According to the sources, the four rescued victims were immediately secured and later handed over to the Chairman of Miyetti Allah, Lere District, for identification and further necessary action.
They added that troops have intensified patrols in the area to track down the fleeing suspects and prevent further criminal activity along the axis
Troops Foil Kidnap Attempt, Rescue Four Victims in Bauchi
Troops Arrest Impostor Operating Illegal Checkpoint in Nasarawa
By Zagazola Makama
Troops of Sector 2, Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS), have arrested an impostor allegedly posing as a soldier while operating an illegal checkpoint in Obi Local Government Area of Nasarawa State.
Security sources said the suspect was apprehended at about 5:40 p.m. on April 27 at Iyorugwa community following credible intelligence.
The sources disclosed that the suspect was found extorting members of the public while impersonating military personnel and mounting an unauthorised checkpoint in the area.
According to the sources, items recovered from the suspect included a camouflage jacket, two waist belts, and other sundry materials.
They added that the suspect and recovered items are currently in military custody for further investigation and necessary action.
Troops Arrest Impostor Operating Illegal Checkpoint in Nasarawa
Troops Foil Kidnap Attempt, Rescue Four Victims in Enugu
By Zagazola Makama
Troops of 82 Division, Nigerian Army, have foiled a kidnap attempt and rescued four victims along Akama–Iwollo Road in Ezeagu Local Government Area of Enugu State.
Security sources said the incident occurred at about 6:30 a.m. on April 28 when troops deployed at Roadblock Akama responded to credible intelligence on suspected kidnapping activities along the axis.
The sources disclosed that on arrival at the scene, troops found an abandoned vehicle and a motorcycle believed to have been used by the attackers.
According to the sources, the troops engaged the suspected kidnappers, forcing them to flee and abandon four abducted victims at the scene.
The rescued victims, along with recovered items, were handed over to relevant authorities for further investigation and necessary action.
They added that troops have intensified patrols and surveillance in the area to track down the fleeing suspects and prevent further criminal activity along the route.
Troops Foil Kidnap Attempt, Rescue Four Victims in Enugu
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