The Zamfara State Police Command has rescued 14 kidnapped victims during an intelligence-led search and rescue operation at Kunchin Kalgo forest in Tsafe LGA of the state.
The command, in a statement by its Spokesperson, SP Mohammed Shehu, on Wednesday, said among the rescued were two babies aged 1 year respectively.
It noted that the rescue operation was carried out as part of its commitment to the protection of lives and property in the state, adding that it has intensified efforts to rescue other victims currently in captivity at various bandits’ enclaves.
“On 21st June, 2022, Police Tactical Operatives deployed along kunchin kalgo axis in collaboration with some individuals who have resolved to partner with security agencies in restoring peace to the state, acted on credible intelligence and stormed a suspected bandit’s hideout, leading to the rescue of fourteen (14) victims including two (2) babies of 1 year old each,” the command said.
It further noted that in the course of debriefing, the victims informed the police that, the bandits invaded Nasarawa Wanke and Rijiya villages in Gusau LGA and abducted them to their enclave, where they spent 42 days in captivity.
The command disclosed that The Commissioner of Police, Ayuba N. Elkanah, has handed over the victims to their relations.
While handing over the victims to their relations, Ayuba appreciated the government and people of Zamfara state for the continuous support and collaboration with the police.
He assured the state of intensifying efforts to safely rescue kidnapped victims and reunite them with their families.
