Suspected kidnapper arrested and rifle recovered in Nasarawa police raid
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The Nasarawa State Police Command has arrested a suspected kidnapper, Jibril Yunusa, and recovered an AK-47 rifle during an operation in Keana Local Government Area. The raid was carried out by operatives of the State Intelligence Department based on credible intelligence. Police spokesman Ramhan Nansel stated that the suspect confessed to involvement in several kidnapping activities. The Commissioner of Police, Shetima Mohammed, has directed efforts to apprehend other fleeing gang members.
What happened
- The police raided a suspected kidnappers’ hideout at Gidan Akuya village in Keana Local Government Area.
- Jibril Yunusa, aged 43, was arrested during the operation after attempting to flee.
- Officers recovered one AK-47 rifle, one empty magazine, and one locally fabricated rifle from the hideout.
- The suspect confessed to participating in several kidnappings within the Keana and Awe axis.
- Shetima Mohammed commended the operatives and reassured residents of the police command’s commitment to safety.
