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Police, DSS, hunters rescue 14 captives in Abuja, arrest kidnappers

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The Police Command of the Federal Capital Territory, the Division of State Firms (DSS) and hunters have rescued fourteen captives in Abuja.

The victims who’ve been kidnapped on the Gauraka area of Niger State, have been freed all through a joint operation on the Byhazin-Bwari axis in Abuja.Abuja

In an announcement, Mariam Yusuf, Police Public Relations Officer, acknowledged the mission led by the Command’s Anti-Kidnapping Squad combed the forest.Bala Ciroma

After a fierce gun duel, two of the abductors have been arrested whereas others escaped with bullet wounds.

Reveals recovered from their hideouts embrace two AK-47 magazines and cooking utensils.Bwari

The spokesperson disclosed that the victims who appeared frail after a lot of days in captivity are receiving medical care on the Police Medical Facility.Capitals

The Commissioner of Police, Bala Ciroma reassured FCT residents of the protection of lives and property by partnership with other security companies and stakeholders.Commissioner