Against the backdrop recent abductions in the FCT including the kidnapping of a serving Police Inspector at Rubochi community on Sunday, the Police in Abuja said on Monday night that it operatives working jointly with sister security agencies have arrested over 25 suspects towards making FCT safe.
A statement by ASP Mariam Yusuf, Deputy Police Public Relations Officer of the Command said, “In its effort to get rid of crime and criminality as well as reassure residents of safety, the FCT Police Command has continued with the Joint Counter Kidnapping Operation along Kuje, Abaji, Kwali and Rubochi axis.
“The Joint Operation comprising the Police and other security agencies is targeted at arresting and destroying the hideouts of hoodlums perpetuating these heinous acts.
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“The operation has successfully arrested over 25 suspects in the last couple of days who are currently being investigated.
‘The operation will not stop until kidnapping and other vices are permanently nipped in the bud in the FCT.
“Meanwhile frantic efforts are being made to rescue two persons kidnapped along Abaji-Rubochi axis over the weekend.
“The Commissioner of Police has ordered a discreet investigation into the incidents.
“While reiterating its dedication to providing maximum security in the Federal Capital Territory, the Command is urging residents and stakeholders to report all suspicious movements/activities around them.
“In case of emergency contact the Command through any of these numbers: 08032003913, 08061581938, 07057337653 and 08028940883.”.
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