Police, others foil kidnap attempt on road users in Anambra

By Cyprisn Ebele, Onitsha

The Anambra State Police Command with other security operations has foiled an alleged kidnap attempt on innocent road users along the Ogbakuba–Ossomala road.

The Nations News reports that the timely intervention of a joint security team conducting ongoing offensive operations against armed robbers, kidnappers and  others in the area.

Preliminary information indicated that the armed men, reportedly wielding AK-47 rifles, blocked the road and opened fire sporadically in what appeared to be an attempt to abduct unsuspecting road users.

According to the state Police Public Relations Officer, Tochukeu Ikenga, (SP), the swift response of the joint security operatives disrupted the suspected criminals activities and successfully foiled the attempted abduction.

The Commissioner of Police, Anambra State Command, CP Nnanna Oji Ama, has commended the operatives for their prompt intervention and professionalism in preventing the suspected criminals from carrying out their alleged mission.

The Commissioner reiterated the Command’s commitment to intelligence-led, coordinated, and sustained security operations aimed at dismantling criminal networks, preventing kidnappings, and safeguarding lives and property across the State.

The Command assured residents and road users that security operations in the area are ongoing and urged members of the public to remain vigilant, promptly report suspicious movements to security agencies, and cooperate with operatives as efforts continue to ensure the safety of all road users.