Men of the Kaduna state police command have rescued a victim kidnapped from Abuja.
The spokesperson of the Command Mansur hassan in a statement Thursday Evening also announced the arrest of one kidnapper, the recovery of the victim’s vehicle and firearms used by the kidnappers.
He explained that Operatives from Kawo Divisional Headquarters responded to a distress call, and intercepted a grey Toyota Hilux van suspected to be transporting the kidnappers and their captive.
This had led to a tense confrontation with One of the kidnappers, identified as 28-year-old Chinaza Philip from Life Camp Abuja, opening fire in a desperate attempt to escape.
The ensuing gun duel between police operatives ane the kidnappers led to the rescue of the victim, Segun Akinyemi, and the arrest of Chinaza Philip.
Mr Mansur further explained that Three other accomplices managed to escape, but not without leaving traces for future pursuit.
The operation also resulted in the recovery of the victim’s vehicle, along with two Retay G17 model pistols, one Berretta pistol, ten 9mm P.A.K ammunitions, and five 9mm special ammunitions.
The Kaduna Police command says Preliminary investigations unveiled that the kidnapping occurred on the 17th of January, 2024, at the victim’s residence in Garki, Abuja.
