The Delta State Police Command successfully rescued a kidnapped individual while taking down two suspected robbers and kidnappers in the Ughelli South area of Delta State. This accomplishment was attributed to an intelligence-led operation led by CSP Aliyu Shaba, the Ekpan Divisional Police Officer, as stated by DSP Bright Edafe, the Delta State Police Public Relations Officer.
Edafe also mentioned that Commissioner of Police Wale Abass expressed profound gratitude to the people of Delta State for their cooperation and adherence to the laws during the festive period.
According to him, “In an intelligence-driven operation conducted by the Ekpan Divisional Police Officer, CSP Aliyu Shaba, on the directive of the Commissioner of Police, CP Wale Abass, has successfully rescued a kidnapped victim, recovered the victim’s vehicle, and three firearms, including two single barrel and one double barrel guns, with two expended cartridges.
“On 30/12/2023 at about 1930hrs, a 23-year-old male (name withheld) parked his Black-colored GLK 350 Benz SUV along Jakpa Road leaving his brother (named withheld) inside the vehicle as he went about other activities.
“While at it, he was alerted that the vehicle was attacked by three armed men who carried the vehicle with his brother in it, driving off to an unknown destination.
“Upon receipt of this information, the Commissioner of Police Delta State, CP Wale Abass PSC, directed the DPO Ekpan CSP Aliyu Shaba to mobilize operatives and ensure that the victim was rescued and the suspects arrested and brought to book.
“The DPO in compliance with the CP’s directive led a surveillance team attached to Ekpan division for the operation, acting on a technically generated intelligence, the team proceeded to a bush at Ekakpamre, Ughelli-South LGA,
“…where upon being sighted by the kidnappers, were staged to a serious gun duel and in the process of the ensuing gun duel, two of the kidnappers were fatally injured, while one of them escaped with gunshot injuries.
“The kidnapped victim was rescued unhurt, two single-barrel and one double-barrel gun with two expended cartridges were recovered, alongside the vehicle. The two injured suspects were taken to the Hospital where they were certified dead by the doctor on duty. Efforts are on to arrest the injured suspect who escaped.” He added.
Edafe highlighted that CP Wale Abass, the Delta State Police Commissioner, praised the Command’s officers and personnel for their unwavering dedication in making 2023 a successful year in terms of security. However, he also emphasized that while hard work is appreciated, it necessitates further effort, urging them to enhance their strategies in combating crime and criminal activities.
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