Police rescue three kidnap victims and arrest 13 suspects in Edo
Three people have been rescued after being abducted in Edo State, with the police arresting 13 suspects linked to kidnapping and vandalism. The Edo State Police Command, led by spokesperson Eno Ikoedem, said the operations were based on targeted intelligence and coordinated efforts. The Commissioner of Police, Monday Agbonika, ordered the security measures to dismantle criminal networks. The police also recovered stolen items and urged the public to remain vigilant.
What happened
- On Monday, January 26, 2026, police in Ekpoma arrested five suspects for vandalizing a Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited pipeline at Uhiele Community.
- An excavator allegedly used in the vandalism was recovered, and efforts are ongoing to apprehend other fleeing suspects.
- On Wednesday, January 28, 2026, a bush-combing operation in Idoha/Ewu Forest led to the arrest of eight more suspects and the recovery of five mobile phones.
- A farmer and his two wives were rescued unhurt after being abducted from their farm near Egoro Amende Community, Ekpoma.
- Items recovered at the scene included cutlasses, a solar panel, a torch, canvas, rope, palm oil, and a face cap.
