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Police nab suspected kidnappers, rescue 17-year-old victim in Delta

Mr Edafe said the duo were nabbed on Wednesday by Policemen attached to the Eagle-Net Patrol Team.

• August 21, 2022
Bright Edafe
Delta police spokesman Bright Edafe (Credit: Nigerian Guardian)

The police in Delta says they have apprehended two suspected kidnappers and rescued a 17-year-old-boy from their captivity in the state.

The spokesman of the command, DSP Bright Edafe, disclosed this to reporters on Sunday in Warri.

Mr Edafe said the duo were nabbed on Wednesday by Policemen attached to the Eagle-Net Patrol Team.

He said that the police team was on visibility and confidence building patrol on the Effurun Roundabout in Uvwie Local Government Area when they recorded the feat.

The police spokesman explained that the team, while on duty, saw a mob beating the suspects, adding that upon inquiry, it was revealed that they were suspected kidnappers.

“The Police rushed to the scene and rescued the boys from the  mob. On the spot inquiry, it was discovered that they were suspected kidnappers.

“A woman also accused the boys of kidnapping her 17-year old son earlier that day. The two suspects were Oti Shevire, 32, and Amos whose surname is unknown,” he said.

Mr Edafe said that upon interrogation, the suspects confessed to the crime, adding that they led  Policemen to their hideout where the victim was rescued unhurt.

He said that the victim was currently receiving treatment while the suspects were in police custody and investigation was ongoing. 

(NAN)

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