Emma Elekwa

Police in Anambra State have foiled a suspected kidnapping attempt along the Ogbakuba–Ossomala Road in Ogbaru Local Government Area of the state.

Spokesperson, Tochukwu Ikenga who disclosed this in a statement said the armed men, reportedly wielding AK-47 rifles, blocked the road and opened fire sporadically in attempt to abduct unsuspecting road users.

Ikenga said the swift response of the joint security operatives disrupted the suspected criminals’ activities and successfully foiled the attempted abduction.

He said, “The Anambra State Police Command has foiled an alleged kidnap attempt on innocent road users along the Ogbakuba–Ossomala Road at about 1:15 pm on Tuesday, following the timely intervention of a joint security team conducting ongoing offensive operations against armed secessionist groups in the area.

“Preliminary information indicates that the armed men, reportedly wielding AK-47 rifles, blocked the road and opened fire sporadically in what appeared to be an attempt to abduct unsuspecting road users.

“The swift response of the joint security operatives disrupted the suspected criminals’ activities and successfully foiled the attempted abduction.”

Meanwhile, Commissioner of Police, CP Nnanna Oji Ama, has commended the operatives for their prompt intervention and professionalism in preventing the suspected criminals from carrying out their alleged mission.

He reiterated the Command’s commitment to intelligence-led, coordinated, and sustained security operations aimed at dismantling criminal networks, preventing kidnappings, and safeguarding lives and property across the State.

While reassuring residents and road users of steady security operations, Ama advised the public to remain vigilant, promptly report suspicious movements to security agencies, and cooperate with operatives as efforts continue to ensure the safety of all road users.