Troops rescue abducted woman and kill kidnappers in Plateau
In Plateau State, troops from Operation Enduring Peace have neutralised five suspected kidnappers and rescued a woman who was abducted. The raid took place at Angwan Boka in the Sopp District, Riyom Local Government Area. Captain Chinonso Polycarp Oteh confirmed the successful operation and stressed the importance of community cooperation. The rescued woman, Hauwa Suleiman, was found unharmed and reunited with her family.
What happened
- Troops raided a criminal hideout at Angwan Boka in the Sopp District, Riyom Local Government Area.
- Five suspected kidnappers were neutralised, and Hauwa Suleiman was rescued unharmed.
- The operation was based on intelligence from two suspects arrested on February 16.
- Items recovered included three mobile phones, ₦17,600 in cash, and suspected illicit drugs.
- Captain Chinonso Polycarp Oteh and resident John Mairiga confirmed the operation and the rescue.
