Army rescues 12 kidnap victims in Enugu
Troops of Operation Eastern Sanity rescued twelve kidnap victims after receiving a distress call from residents of Ette Community in Igbo-Eze North Local Government Area of Enugu State. A military
Troops of Operation Eastern Sanity rescued twelve kidnap victims after receiving a distress call from residents of Ette Community in Igbo-Eze North Local Government Area of Enugu State.
A military source told The Nation on Saturday that after receiving the distress call, troops mobilised alongside police officers, forest guards, and members of the Neighbourhood Watch and advanced to the area where the victims were believed to have been abducted.
“Upon arrival, the troops commenced aggressive search and fighting patrols across the general area in an effort to track down the kidnappers and secure the victims’ release,” the source said.
“Overwhelmed by the rapid response and superior combat readiness of the troops, the kidnappers abandoned their captives and fled the scene. The troops immediately pursued the fleeing criminals while securing the area.
“During the exploitation of the location, all the 12 kidnapped victims were successfully rescued unharmed. In the process, two suspects linked to the kidnapping were arrested and are being interrogated to track down other members of the gang.”
The source said the successful rescue further demonstrates the troops’ sustained operational pressure and unwavering commitment to protecting lives and property while restoring lasting security and public confidence across communities in the region.
The source said the successful rescue further demonstrates the troops’ sustained operational pressure and unwavering commitment to protecting lives and property, while restoring security and public confidence in communities across the region.
