DSS arrests two suspected arms couriers, recovers RPGs
…rescues kidnap victim Operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) have arrested two suspected arms couriers, seized two Rocket Propelled Grenade (RPG) warheads, an RPG launcher, and other items
...rescues kidnap victim
Operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) have arrested two suspected arms couriers, seized two Rocket Propelled Grenade (RPG) warheads, an RPG launcher, and other items linked to bandits' networks in Gombe State.
A trusted security source revealed this to The Nation on Tuesday.
The suspects, Muhammed Alhaji Mohammed, 55, and Sani Gesha, 47, it was gathered were intercepted at Mararaban Tula, in Kaltungo Local Government Area (LGA) of the state while traveling in a grey Toyota Corolla with registration number Taraba JAL475YQ.
The source said the operation was the result of the covert surveillance of a bandit cell led by a notorious bandit involved in arms trafficking across Bauchi, Gombe, Taraba, and Adamawa States.
"The operatives monitored the trafficking syndicate for over 3 weeks, before eventually launching an operation. The operation was professionally carried out and the suspects arrested with a huge cache of arms and ammunition.
"During investigation the suspects confessed that the consignment was billed to be delivered to one Ardo Hamma Ari, a resident of Kukawa Village in Alkaleri LGA, Bauchi State," the source said.
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In a related development, the operatives also rescued a six year old boy, identified as Mohammed Jabir, at Gyada Village, Talase in Balanga LGA of Gombe State, The Nation learnt.
"Mohammed was kidnapped by one Salisu Hussain under the guise of teaching him how to ride a motorcycle. When the kidnap was reported, DSS operatives responded swiftly, leading to the boy's rescue. The kidnapper was also arrested", the source said.
While handing over Mohammad to his parents, they expressed gratitude to the DSS for the safe return of their son.
It was learnt that the suspects are currently in DSS custody and will be arraigned in court soon.
