The Bauchi State Police Command has apprehended six suspected kidnappers and rescued three victims who were abducted in the Toro Local Government Area of the state.
According to a press statement signed and issued by Ahmed Wakil, the Command’s Public Relations Officer, the suspects were tracked down to the outskirts of the village, where a coordinated operation by combined security forces led to the successful and unharmed rescue of the victims.
The arrested suspects have been identified as Abubakar Usman, Adamu Alo, Abubakar Aliyu, Umar Habu, Abubakar Mamman Abubakar, and Shehu Sambo.
Wakil added that the three rescued victims have since been reunited with their families and are in good health.
The Command’s spokesperson further stated that the suspects will be handed over to the Anti-Kidnapping Unit (AKU) in Bauchi for comprehensive profiling and will be formally charged to court upon the conclusion of investigations.
He added that Sani-Omolori Aliyu, the State Commissioner of Police, reaffirmed the Command’s unwavering commitment to safeguarding the lives and property of all residents.
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He urges the community to remain alert and engaged, encouraging citizens to share vital information that will aid the police in maintaining law and order in the state.
He urged members of the community to remain vigilant and cooperative, calling on citizens to provide timely and useful information that could assist the police in sustaining peace and security across the state.
