Police Rescue Two Abducted Children, Arrest Four Suspects

On Monday, police conducted a rescue operation in Ebinpejo Village, Ibarapa East Local Government Area, after receiving a distress call regarding an armed attack that resulted in the abduction of two children. DSP Ayanlad Olayinka disclosed that the operation was initiated under the orders of Commissioner of Police Abimbola Ayodeji Olugbenga, involving collaboration with the Amotekun Corp and local vigilante hunters.

During the operation, the suspects reportedly opened fire on the advancing team, leading to a gun battle. Umaru Usman, aged 25, was arrested with a gunshot wound, and three mobile phones were recovered.

Abdullahi Ahm, aged 28, was also arrested with injuries believed to be sustained during the exchange of fire. Further investigations led to the arrest of Sundai Idowu, aged 30, and Muham Ibrahim Shina, aged 29, who allegedly traveled to Ilorin, Kwara State, to participate in the kidnapping.

The two abducted children were rescued alive, treated for injuries sustained during their captivity, and subsequently reunited with their families.