Port Harcourt, Nigeria – The Rivers State Police Command has apprehended three notorious kidnappers terrorizing travelers and motorists on the Port Harcourt-Owerri highway.
Kidnapping and Robbery Spree
The suspects – Blessing Akpelu (20), Precious Ebee (30), and Wisdom Amadi (28) – are linked to multiple armed robberies and abductions, including the recent kidnapping of a National Youth Service Corps member.
Modus Operandi
They set up illegal roadblocks, ambushed motorists at gunpoint, and demanded ransoms from families.
Police Crackdown
Commissioner of Police, Mustapha Mohammed, confirmed the arrests, stating that the suspects were under surveillance due to a surge in kidnappings.
Additional Arrest
Baridam Berebom was arrested for armed robbery, with recovery of:
- Stolen iPhone 12
- SMG rifle
Police Assurance
The command remains committed to ensuring safety along the Port Harcourt-Owerri Expressway, urging citizens to report suspicious activities.
Source: PUNCH Newspaper
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