DSS arrests two suspected arms couriers, rescues kidnap victim, recovers RPGs
Operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) have arrested two suspected arms couriers, rescued a kidnap-victim, and seized two Rocket Propelled Grenade (RPG) warheads, an RPG launcher, and other
Operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) have arrested two suspected arms couriers, rescued a kidnap-victim, and seized two Rocket Propelled Grenade (RPG) warheads, an RPG launcher, and other items linked to bandits’ networks in Gombe State.
The suspects, Muhammed Alhaji Mohammed, 55, and Sani Gesha, 47, were intercepted at Mararaban Tula, in Kaltungo Local Government Area of the state while travelling in a grey Toyota Corolla with registration number Taraba JAL475YQ.
A source said: “The operatives monitored the trafficking syndicate for over three weeks, before launching an operation.
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“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 Local Government Area, Bauchi State.’’
In a related development, the operatives also rescued a six-year-old boy, identified as Mohammed Jabir, at Gyada Village, Talase in Balanga Local Government Area 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 in DSS custody and would be arraigned in court soon.
