Police rescue three kidnap victims after 40 days in captivity

Kaduna State Police Command successfully rescued three individuals who had been held captive for over 40 days. The operation, led by security personnel from Fushin Kada in collaboration with the Hunkuyi Divisional Police Officer, also resulted in the arrest of five suspected informants linked to the kidnapping syndicate.

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Upon sighting the advancing security personnel, the bandits fled the area, abandoning the victims who were subsequently rescued unharmed.

The rescue followed extensive intelligence gathering and surveillance, which led operatives to a hideout. The suspects fled upon the security team's arrival, abandoning the victims, who were unharmed. The rescued individuals were identified as Ekechikwu Omale and Ummi Salisu from Kudan Local Government Area, and Pastor Daniel Tanko Bawa from Tufa Village in Niger State.

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The suspects confessed to their involvement in the crime during interrogation.

Following their rescue, the victims received medical attention at a police clinic before being reunited with their families. Preliminary investigations indicate the arrested informants provided crucial information and logistical support to the kidnappers. The suspects have reportedly confessed to their involvement during interrogation.

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The Commissioner of Police in the state, Rabiu Muhammad, commended the professionalism, dedication, and collaboration among security agencies that led to the successful operation.

Kaduna State Commissioner of Police, Rabiu Muhammad, praised the collaborative efforts of the security agencies. He reaffirmed the command's dedication to combating kidnapping and other violent crimes, emphasizing the critical role of community cooperation in achieving this goal. Investigations are ongoing to apprehend other members of the criminal network.

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community cooperation remained critical in the fight against criminality.