From Sidi Ibrahim Kaulahi, in Gusau
The Zamfara State Police Command has announced the successful but coordinated rescue operation that led to liberation of 19 kidnapped victims comprising women and children after 22 days in captivity at a bandits’ hideout around Kungurmi Village of Zamfara State
This was disclosed in a statement issued by the spokesperson of the Command, DSP Yazid Abubakar.
He said the rescue operation was carried out following credible intelligence regarding the abduction of women and children from Tungar Haki Village, via Wanke, Gusau Local Government Area, by armed bandits who subsequently took the victims to their camp around Kungurmi Village.
Acting on the intelligence, he said a joint team comprising police operatives attached to the Anti-Kidnapping Unit of the Zamfara State Police Command, police personnel from Government House, operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS), and local hunters, swiftly mobilised and embarked on a well-coordinated rescue operation.
“The operation recorded a major success with the safe rescue of all nineteen (19) victims, who were found unharmed. All the rescued victims are indigenes of Tungar Haki Village and have since been successfully reunited with their respective families.
“The Commissioner of Police, Zamfara State Command, CP Ahmad Muhammad Bello, commended the joint security team for their courage, professionalism, and effective collaboration, which culminated in the successful rescue of all the victims.
“The Commissioner reassured members of the public of the Command’s unwavering commitment to protecting lives and property, combating kidnapping and other criminal activities, and ensuring the safety and security of residents across the State.
“He further urged members of the public to continue supporting security agencies with timely and credible information that could assist in preventing crime and facilitating ongoing security operations.
“The Zamfara State Police Command remains resolute in its determination to deny criminal elements freedom of action and ensure that the State is safe for all”, the statement said.
