In an ongoing effort to combat kidnapping in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), the anti-kidnapping unit and the Rubochi Division Police Headquarters successfully rescued 14 hostages following a confrontation. The operation took place on the evening of Thursday, January 24th, within a forest located in a border community between Abuja and Nasarawa state.
SP Josephine Adeh, the spokesperson for FCT Police, confirmed the rescue, stating, “The combined team, acting on credible intelligence, stormed the kidnapper’s den located at Ukya village via Nasarawa state bordering FCT. On sighting the police operatives, the hoodlums opened fire on the police, resulting in a gun duel.”
During the exchange of gunfire, the police neutralized one of the kidnappers, while the remaining criminals fled to a nearby forest, sustaining various bullet wounds. Fortunately, the rescued hostages emerged unharmed and have been safely reunited with their families.
CP Haruna Garba, the Commissioner of Police for FCT, reaffirmed his dedication to eradicating criminal activities in the region and ensuring peace for all residents. He urged the public to continue promptly reporting suspicious activities and emergencies through designated emergency lines: 08032003913, 08061581938, 07057337653, and 08028940883; PCB: 09022222352.
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