Police arrest two suspected kidnappers, recover arms in Edo

The Punch Newspaper

The Edo State Police Command has once again demonstrated its commitment to combating crime with the successful arrest of two suspected kidnappers in Iyamho. This operation, which also led to the recovery of various arms and ammunition, sends a strong message to criminal elements that Edo State will not be a breeding ground for illicit activities.

The swift response by operatives of the Iyamho Division, acting on credible intelligence, highlights the effectiveness of community cooperation and proactive policing. The apprehension of Sani Kabir, 23, and Hamza Nuhu, 25, is a significant victory in the ongoing crackdown on kidnapping and other violent crimes that have plagued the state.

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In a decisive move against criminality, the Edo State Police Command has recorded another operational success in its sustained crackdown on kidnapping and related violent crimes across the State.

The recovery of items such as Dane guns, an AK-47 round, gunpowder, and assorted charms from the suspects underscores the dangerous nature of their operations. The Commissioner of Police, Monday Agbonika, has rightly ordered the immediate transfer of the suspects to the Anti-kidnapping Unit for further investigation and prosecution, ensuring that they face the full wrath of the law.

CP Agbonika's reaffirmation of the Command's unwavering resolve to make Edo State a safe haven is commendable. The assurance that the police will remain relentless in their offensive against violent crime provides a sense of security to the residents. The call for continued public cooperation in providing timely and credible information is vital, as security is indeed a shared responsibility.

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Edo State would never become a safe haven or breeding ground for kidnappers and other criminal elements.