ENUGU, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA)- Enugu State Police Command‘s operatives, alongside the Neighbourhood Watch Group have successfully rescued victims of an alleged kidnapping on March 31, 2024, along Eke/Ebe Road in Udi Local Government Area.
Police Public Relations Officer, Enugu State Command, DSP Daniel Ndukwe disclosed this in a press release obtained by voiceofnaija.ng on Wednesday night.
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Following a fierce confrontation with the abductors, who abandoned the victims and fled, immediate action was taken based on received information indicating the victims’ abduction while traveling in two Mercedes Benz 4Matic Jeeps.
While the rescue operation remains ongoing, Commissioner of Police CP Kanayo Uzuegbu condemned a viral video alleging police negligence.
He clarified that the delay in entering the forest was due to awaiting necessary intelligence-guidance to prevent collateral damage.
The Commissioner denounced the video as a malicious attempt to undermine police efforts, emphasizing the force’s unwavering commitment to combating crime in Enugu State.