Lagos Police Free Two Kidnap Victims in Ikorodu Creekside Raid

The Lagos State Police Command has rescued two individuals who were kidnapped on Thursday at Ijede Creekside in the Ikorodu area of the state.



The command’s spokesperson, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, made this known in a statement released on Monday.  Hundeyin stated that the operatives stormed the scene after receiving a distress call about the incident at 10:00 pm on Thursday. Within minutes, a combined team of over 15 officers and locals moved in, tracking the kidnappers through the forest and waterways.

“Acting swiftly, combined teams comprising more than 15 police tactical squads, detectives, conventional policemen, local vigilantes, hunters, and residents were immediately mobilised to the scene.” He stated. Hundeyin added that the directive of the Commissioner of Police, Olohundare Jimoh led to the launch of a robust and comprehensive rescue operation.

By Sunday night, the victims were found unharmed and reunited with their families.

Hundeyin commended the bravery of the officers and the cooperation of local vigilantes, hunters, and community members, whose swift response was instrumental to the success of the operation despite the challenges posed by the difficult terrain.

The spokesperson reaffirmed the command’s commitment to ensuring the safety and security of all residents of the state.

 

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