Following a swift and coordinated operation by joint operatives from the Anambra State Police Command tactical team in the early hours of today, September 30, 2025, a kidnapped victim was successfully rescued at Oba/Ojoto axis, seven hours after he was abducted by armed criminals at Umuru Village, Nnobi.
According to the Commands Spokesman, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, the suspects had earlier demanded a ransom of ₦10,000,000.
Consequently, the joint command tactical teams, on an intelligence-led operation were immediately deployed to the location for aggressive and extensive combing.
Under the pressure of the advancing rescue operation, the kidnappers hastily released the victim and fled into nearby bushes. The victim was rescued unharmed, debriefed, and has since been reunited with his family.
Meanwhile, the operatives are currently working on some clues for the possible arrest of the fleeing hoodlums
The Commissioner of Police, Anambra State Command, CP Ikioye Orutugu commended the operatives for their swift action and reassured Anambra residents of the command’s unwavering commitment to fighting crime, protecting lives, and ensuring public safety.
