Men of the Kwara State Police Command have arrested five suspected kidnappers who abducted three persons last Saturday in Alo village, Ifelodun local government area of the state.
The suspects are Ibrahim Muazu 30; Asimu Salisu,25; Aminu Alaka, 25; Aminu Temino, 20; and Zakariyau Suleiman,20.
The spokesperson of the state police command, Toun Ejire-Adeyemi said items recovered from the suspects included two fabricated locally made guns, 12 7.62mm AK47 live ammunition, eight expended 7.62mm AK47 ammunition, one empty magazine, one cutlass and several plugs.
She added that: “On the night of February 24, 2024, at about 0030hrs, a gang of suspected kidnappers carried out a brazen attack on the camp of Alhaji Taofio Fulani in Alo Village, Ifelodun LGA. During the attack, three persons were abducted and taken to an unknown destination.
“Swift response by police operatives and vigilantes resulted in a coordinated search operation in the surrounding bush. As a result, one Babangida Soliu ‘M’ narrowly escaped from the kidnappers, while two victims, Halimat Umaru ‘F’ and Husseinat Isiaka ‘F’ both aged 20 years were successfully rescued unharmed. They have since been reunited with their families.
“In further pursuit of the kidnappers and the ensuing gun duel, one of the perpetrators, whose identity is yet to be confirmed, was neutralized. Additionally, two suspects, Saidu Soliu and Soliu Abass, sustained serious injuries and were promptly taken to the hospital for medical treatment.
“Subsequently, five suspects were apprehended in connection with the incident. They are identified as Ibrahim Muazu (30 years old), Asimu Salisu (25 years old), Aminu Alaka (25 years old), Aminu Temino (20 years old) and Zakariyau Suleiman (20 years old).
“The case is currently under investigation and the commissioner of Police, Kwara State Command CP Victor Olaiya assures the public that every effort is being made to ensure the perpetrators face the full wrath of the law.”
