A joint operation between the police and the Nigerian Army successfully rescued four kidnap victims were rescued at different locations in Katsina State.
The victims regained their freedom during a routine patrol along Dankolo village in Dandume Local Government Area of the state.
Police Public Relations Officer in the state, Abubakar Sadiq Aliyu, revealed this in a statement on Sunday, confirming that the victims had been reunited with their families after undergoing medical examinations.
Aliyu stated, “Yesterday, October 28, 2023, at about 0830hrs, the combined efforts of the command and the military personnel led to the successful rescue of the kidnapped victims,” the statement read.
“The relentless efforts and dedication of our security forces paid off, resulting in their safe rescue. The victims have undergone medical examinations to ensure their well-being and have since been reunited with their families.
“The Commissioner of Police Katsina State Command commends the professionalism displayed by the collaborative team during this operation. He emphasized that the fight against all forms of crime and criminality in the state continues with unwavering determination and vigilance.”
Several kidnapping incidents have been reported in Katsina state, including the recent kidnapping of students from Federal University, Dutsin-ma, and Federal University Gusau in neighboring Zamfara State.
