WARRI:Troops of the 63 Brigade, Nigerian Army, have
successfully rescued four kidnap victims from the Ugbolu forest in Oshimili
South Local Government Area of Delta State.
The operation, conducted on Monday, December 9, 2024,
was based on credible intelligence about the activities of suspected kidnappers
in the area.
“Our troops conducted a well-coordinated raid on the
kidnappers’ hideout and rescued four victims unharmed after engaging the
criminals in a fierce gun battle,” said Major Emmanuel Onoja, Assistant
Director of Army Public Relations, in a statement.
The operation reportedly involved a heated gunfight
that forced the kidnappers to abandon their captives and flee into the forest.
“The kidnappers were overpowered and had no choice but
to flee, leaving the victims behind. Fortunately, all the abductees were
rescued without any injuries,” Major Onoja added.
The rescued victims, whose identities remain
undisclosed, are receiving care and support at a secure location.
Major Onoja assured the public that efforts are
ongoing to apprehend the fleeing suspects and bring them to justice.
“Our troops are actively pursuing the criminals. We
remain steadfast in our mission to rid Delta State of all forms of
criminality,” he said.
The Army has called on residents to remain vigilant
and report suspicious activities to security agencies to aid their operations.
“We urge members of the public to provide timely and
credible information that can help security agencies as we work to make the
state safer,” Major Onoja appealed.
The swift action of the Army has been widely praised
by locals, who view it as a significant move towards improving security in the
region.
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