The Ekiti State Police Command Rapid Response Squad (RRS), in a joint operation with the Non-State Security Actors, rescued two victims who were kidnapped along Igbara-Odo/Ikere-Ekiti road on 26th April, 2025 at about 19:30hrs by some suspected kidnappers.
Investigations revealed that the victims were on their way from Igbara-Odo to Ikere-Ekiti when one of their vehicle tyres got punctured. While they were trying to fix the tyre, some unknown gunmen appeared from the bush, threatened them with guns and whisked them away to an unknown destination.
Upon receipt of the information, the Command mobilized its operatives into the forest along that axis for their possible rescue and the arrest of the perpetrators. The operations eventually paid off as the Operatives engaged the kidnappers in a gun duel which forced them to escape with gunshots injuries, leaving the victims behind. Effort is ongoing to ensure the arrest of these miscreants and other criminal elements in the State.
The rescued victims were immediately taken to the hospital for medical attention and subsequently reunited with their family members.
While the Command will continue to prioritize the maximum safety of the residents of the State, members of the public are implored to be vigilant, security conscious and ensure they support and collaborate with the Police and other security agencies in the fight against crimes and criminality.
