The police command in Kaduna State said it arrested three members of a notorious kidnap syndicate in the state.

This is contained in a statement by the command’s spokesperson, ASP Mansir Hassan, on Friday in Kaduna.

Mr Hassan said the suspected kidnappers were nabbed on Tuesday and one AK-47 rifle with an empty magazine was recovered from them.

The spokesman said the suspects were arrested during  an intelligence-led operation by men of the command.

He said that the suspects’ gang was notorious for terrorising travellers on the Kaduna-Abuja highway and communities in neighbouring states.

“During interrogation, the three suspects confessed to being part of a kidnap syndicate known for terrorising the Kaduna-Abuja Expressway. The syndicate has been linked to a string of violent incidents across the region, causing distress among residents and travellers alike.

He said, “The suspects are currently cooperating with the police and have provided crucial information to assist in the possible arrest of other members at large and to facilitate the recovery of additional firearms in the group’s possession.’’

Mr Hassan said that the state commissioner of police lauded the operatives for their diligence and urged the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to security agencies.

Mr Hassan restated the command’s commitment to safeguarding the lives and property of residents.

He assured that police will continue to deploy all resources necessary to dismantle criminal networks in the state.

(NAN)