The Police Command in Ondo State has arrested two suspected kidnappers and recovered motorcycles allegedly used by the suspects.
DSP Abayomi Jimoh, the command’s spokesperson made the disclosure in a statement on Monday in Akure.
Jimoh said the arrest reaffirmed the command’s commitment to the protection of lives and property.
He explained that the suspects were arrested by operatives of the command’s Anti-Kidnapping Unit on February 11,, using credible tracking analysis and technical intelligence.
“The tracking led to the arrest of Abubakar Sindiku (M), 25 years, and Oliver Okoh (M), 35 years, in Sabo Sango, Ado Road, and Ilado Community, respectively.
“The suspects were apprehended in connection with an ongoing investigation into a kidnapping case within the state.
“Upon arrest, their statements were duly recorded, and they are currently assisting the police with useful information.
“Preliminary investigation revealed that the suspects belong to a kidnapping syndicate.
“They reportedly used their motorcycles for reconnaissance, gathering information about potential targets.
“The suspects also provided logistics support, including supplying food and other operational accessories to members of the syndicate.
“The motorcycles and relevant tools used in facilitating their criminal activities were recovered.
“Investigation is ongoing to apprehend other members of the syndicate and ensure they are brought to justice,” he said.
Jimoh called on members of the public to remain vigilant and continue to provide timely, credible and actionable information to security agencies.
Thefrontrank reports that angry residents of Ilu-Abo and Eleyewo communities in Akure North Local Government Area of Ondo State on Saturday morning protested the abduction of a couple by armed men.
The attackers reportedly kidnapped Jamiu Olawale and his wife, shot another person who escaped, and caused other residents to flee as the assailants opened sporadic fire.
In response, residents blocked the Akure-Owo Expressway during the protest, chanting solidarity songs.
The incident came barely two days after the traditional ruler of Agamo Community in the same local government area, Oba Kehinde Falodun, was reportedly killed by gunmen.
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