The Squad which was on patrol with vigilante men on 13th September, 2023 got information about the kidnappers hideout and stormed the place. A kidnapped victim found in the hideout was rescued and conveyed to a hospital at Nnewi for treatment. One of the suspected kidnappers was arrested.
According to a press release issued by the Anambra State Command Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) DSP Ikenga Tochukwu on 14th September, 2023, "Operatives recovered One Pump Action Gun and two locally fabricated hand grenades at the hideout."
"The Commissioner of Police, CP Aderemi Adeoye, while commending Police Operatives and the local Vigilante on this collaboration that has been effective against criminal elements asked them to sustain the onslaught until crime is reduced to the barest minimum and people can move around in safety."