Suspected Kidnapper Shot Dead in Abuja Estate Shootout
On a Thursday evening at approximately 8:47 PM, a gang of seven men attempted to invade an estate in Abuja with the intention of kidnapping a businessman. The assailants began shooting sporadically, which attracted the attention of military personnel stationed at the entrance gate.
Michael Mose, a resident of the estate, reported the incident via telephone. The military operation, conducted by the Kurudu police division, engaged the kidnappers in a shootout that resulted in the death of one suspect.
The military successfully foiled the abduction attempt, and the deceased suspect was subsequently taken away by the police. Sp.
Adeh Josephin, spokesperson for the FCT Police Command, confirmed the incident and stated that investigations are ongoing.
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