Three suspected kidnappers linked to abduction of AAUA staff arrested
The police command in Ondo State said three suspected kidnappers have been arrested in connection with the kidnapping of two staff of Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko (AAUA).
The victims were kidnapped by gunmen on Monday, August 4, at their residence along Supare Akoko in the Akoko South West Local Government Area of the state.
The victims were released on Sunday, August 10, after the payment of an undisclosed amount as ransom.
The command’s spokesperson, Olushola Ayanlade, confirmed the development in a statement on Monday in Akure.
He said, “I can confirm to you that our operatives arrested three suspected kidnappers in connection with the kidnapping of two AAUA lecturers. The suspects are currently undergoing profiling and interrogation. Meanwhile, the commissioner of police in the state, Adebowale Lawal, has directed that the suspects and all exhibits recovered be transferred to the anti-kidnapping squad for discreet and thorough investigations.’’
(NAN)
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