Operatives of the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in collaboration with Hunters Group of Nigeria has arrested six suspected kidnappers in Kogi state.
Kogi state Commandant of NSCDC, Suleiman Mafara, speaking with newsmen, said that the arrested suspects have been terrorising residents of Oshokoshoko, Obajana and Akpata Communities along Kabba road.
He said that the suspects, who are between the ages of 15 and 20 years, were believed to be Fulanis from Katsina and Niger states, mentioning that the suspects were arrested from their operational base in the forest.
The Commandant said one Mrs Rebecca Simon was abducted on the 20th February 2021 and a ransom of N200,000 was paid by the husband before she regained her freedom.
He added that another victim, James Peter was set free after parting with N230,000 to the kidnappers.
Items recovered from the suspected kidnappers include a locally made pistol, four single bullets proof, two materials believed to be charms, rings, hoods bangles, half bag of sesame and four litres of petroleum product.
Upon investigation, the suspects confessed to the crimes.
Mafara stated that the suspects would be charged to court after investigations has been concluded, and called on state residents to assist security operatives in the state with credible and timely information that would bring to the downfall of criminal elements in the state.
Source: www.clintonsdaily.com
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