Police arrest 113 suspected kidnappers in Edo forest raids
A major police operation in Edo State has led to the arrest of 113 suspected kidnappers. The Edo State Police Command, led by Monday Agbonika, conducted coordinated raids in Edo North and Edo Central. According to Eno Ikoedem, the operation targeted locations where ransom payments were believed to be coordinated. The suspects are currently being profiled to determine their involvement.
What happened
- Monday Agbonika led a joint task force including the police, army, civil defence, vigilantes, and local hunters.
- The operation was based on intelligence about ransom payments being received at ‘Zangos’ in Agbede and Iruekpen.
- 113 suspects were arrested and are undergoing profiling to determine their roles.
- The police emphasized their commitment to dismantling both the armed and financial networks of kidnappers.
- Residents have been urged to remain vigilant and provide credible information to security agencies.
