The Edo State Police Command has rescued 11 kidnapped victims in Ogbido Community, Iyahmo, in Edo North.
The command’s spokesperson, Eno Ikoedem, disclosed this in a statement on Saturday, saying the victims were abducted while working on their farms.
She said a distress call prompted operatives from the Iyahmo Division, led by the Divisional Police Officer, to launch a rescue operation alongside local vigilantes and hunters.
According to the statement, the rescue team encountered the kidnappers in the surrounding forest, leading to a gun battle.
“During the operation, the rescue team encountered the kidnappers, leading to a fierce gun duel. Overwhelmed by the superior firepower and tactical response of the operatives, the kidnappers abandoned their captives and fled into the forest. Consequently, 9 males and two females were rescued unhurt Related News Police intercept drug consignment enroute Borno international borders Oyo lifts curfew in 10 LGs, says security operations continue Police recover electric cables, nab vandals in Delta
