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Police Arrest Suspected Kidnappers, Rescue Hostage

 


By: Awajis Josiah-Chijindu 


Operatives of the Rivers State Police Command have apprehended three suspected kidnappers linked to the kidnap of Mr.Chukwudekwu Emmanuel,a native of Lagos State, who was kidnapped in Etche local government area on the 17th of February 2026.

 The suspects Chinedu Okoro 38 year old, a native of Imo State, Okwudiri Njoku, 32 years, a native of Ozuzu in Etche Local Government and  Onyema Sunday, 25 years old from Ika in Akwa Ibom State.

A statement by the Command's Public Relations Officer ASP Blessing Agabe stated that preliminary investigation revealed that the suspects specialize in luring unsuspecting victims from different parts of the country through social media platforms , using the images of reputable personalities to gain trust.

According to the statement, the suspects were apprehended while attempting to kidnap another victim,  Chisom George , who was deceitfully invited from Anambra State under the pretext of inviting  him for an interior decoration job.

 During investigation, the suspects confessed to multiple kidnapping operations, including:
The kidnapped of Jennifer Nnaji, a resident of Enugu State, on 1st March, 2026, the kidnap of Lakan Ayodele from  Lagos State. 

ASP Agabe noted that one operational motorcycle was recovered from the suspects.

While efforts are ongoing to apprehend the fleeing gang leader and other members of the syndicate, the Commissioner of Police,Olugbenga Adepoju, has reassured residents of  the State of the Command's unwavering commitment to ensuring the safety and security of lives and property across the State.  

He advised the public to be cautious when dealing with unknown persons online.

The CP further stated that individuals should always verify identities of persons and companies for job offers, avoid sharing personal information, and inform trusted relations and friends of their movements before meeting any stranger.

The public is enjoined to report any suspicious activities to the nearest police station or call:

EMERGENCY LINES
Command Response Unit (CRU):
07057605209
07057605256
08120822987
07072323049

Control Room:
08032003514










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