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In a bold and successful mission, the FCT Command police operatives, affiliated with the Anti-Kidnapping unit and the Rubochi Division Police Headquarters, orchestrated the rescue of 14 kidnapped victims at Ukya village near the Nasarawa state border on Wednesday.
Based on credible intelligence, the combined police team swiftly executed an operation to raid a kidnapper’s hideout in Ukya village. Upon arrival, the criminals engaged the police operatives in gunfire, resulting in an intense exchange.
During the gun battle, one of the kidnappers was neutralized, while the remaining criminals fled into the nearby forest, sustaining various degrees of bullet wounds.
Fortunately, the hostages were rescued unharmed and have joyfully reunited with their families.
FCT Commissioner of Police, CP Haruna G. Garba, reaffirmed his steadfast commitment to eradicating criminal activities within the FCT and ensuring peace for all residents. He commended the swift and courageous actions of the police operatives involved in the operation.
CP Garba urged residents to stay vigilant and promptly report any suspicious activities. He emphasized the significance of swift distress calls and encouraged the public to use emergency contact lines: 08032003913, 08061581938, 07057337653, and 08028940883. The Public Complaint Bureau (PCB) is also accessible at 09022222352.
In a statement by SP Josephine Adeh, the Police Public Relations Officer, the Commissioner of Police expressed gratitude for the collaborative efforts of the security forces in maintaining the safety and security of the FCT.
