A joint police and military operation in Delta State resulted in the death of suspected kidnapper gunmen, the recovery of ransom money, and the rescue of two women, highlighting an aggressive crackdown on violent crime.
Delta State police say a crackdown on kidnappers ended with the deaths of suspected gunmen and the recovery of ransom money after two women were abducted in the state, though accounts of the exact toll differ. Leadership reported that three suspects were killed and ₦5 million recovered, while other local outlets and police statements put the figure at two suspects and about ₦4.2 million, suggesting the broader picture was a successful rescue backed by a firefight and the seizure of cash and weapons.
According to reports from Delta-based outlets, the operation took place in the early hours of April 9 along the Obulu-Uku Power Line and involved police operatives working with the military. The team reportedly tracked the suspects after kidnappings in Ibusa and Enu-Ani Mega City, Ogwashi-Uku, before moving on the hideout where the victims were being held.
The police also said an AK-47 rifle and ammunition were recovered during the raid. Commissioner of Police Yemi Oyeniyi was said to have praised the operatives and the value of joint action against violent crime, while spokesman Bright Edafe used the episode to stress the importance of quickly alerting security agencies when kidnappings occur.
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