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Police rescue Togolese farmer, neutralise two kidnappers in Oyo
Police rescue Togolese farmer, neutralise two kidnappers in Oyo
By: Zagazola Makama
The Police Command in Oyo State has rescued a Togolese national, Mr. Abente Daina, who was abducted by armed kidnappers at Banni farm settlement in Ago-Are area of the state.
Sources said the incident occurred on Oct. 14 at about 1:23 a.m. when five armed men invaded the farm settlement and whisked the victim away to an unknown location.
Following a distress call, the Divisional Police Officer of Ago-Are mobilised a combined team of police operatives, Amotekun Corps, vigilantes, and local hunters to track the kidnappers.
According to the sources , the team launched a coordinated bush combing operation, during which they engaged the kidnappers in a gun duel.
Two of the suspects were neutralised, while others fled with gunshot wounds. The victim was rescued unhurt and has since reunited with his family.
Sources said efforts were ongoing to arrest the fleeing suspects, while investigation into the incident continued.
Police rescue Togolese farmer, neutralise two kidnappers in Oyo