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| Anambra Police Command |
In suatianed quest to ensure safety of lives and properties in Anambra State, the Anambra Police Command in collaboration with Anambra state vigilantes have rescued a kidnapped victim in the state unharmed.
According to a press release signed by the Anambra state Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) DSP Ikenga Tochukwu on the 12th of July, 2023, it disclosed that, "In the late hours of yesterday 11/7/2023 by 8:13 pm, Police collaborating with Anambra State Vigilantes at Ichida bus stop along the Ichida- Igboukwu expressway, rescued a kidnap victim, neutralized two members of the notorious gang, recovered One Ak47 rifle, two pump action gun, two Ak47 magazine, thirty- two live ammunition and one highlander jeep belonging to the victim."
"Preliminary information reveals the deadly gang of Eight operating with two vehicles a Grey Highlander jeep and a white Lexus 350, abducted the victim in her Ash Highlander jeep. The victim was rescued unhurt and she has been debriefed."
DSP Tochukwu also disclosed that "On 11/7/2023 by 8:30 pm, the joint security Operatives attached to Forward Operating Base (FOB) while on patrol around Uga- Ezinifite Expressway in an attempt to stop two vehicles that drove suspiciously to beat security screening, a highlander jeep and a white Lexus 350 without plate number, was given a hot chase by the joint forces. The Operatives engaged the deadly gang in a gun battle and they abandoned the two vehicles and took to their heels."
Speaking further he stated that "during a search conducted inside the vehicle, two automatic pump action guns, eleven (11) live cartridges, and a bag containing one walkie-talkie, one cell phone, and other incriminating items were recovered. Further information shows evidence of blood stains on all the vehicles as they have escaped with bullet wounds."
While urging citizens to be a alert, he also called on all health institutions (private and public) to endeavor to report anyone with bullet wounds or related injuries to the nearest Police Station after they have been admitted.
He also hinted that the Commissioner of Police, CP Aderemi Adeoye has warned criminal elements in the state to change their ways and cue into State Government Opportunities by engaging in legitimate means of survival or be prepared to face the full wrath of the law, as Anambra state moving forward would no longer be a comfortable place for crime and all social vices.
"We have no delight if anyone loses their life but if that is what it takes to protect the people of Anambra State, we will stop at no obstacle to achieve this mandate given to us by the Inspector-General of Police," he added.
