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Police rescue two kidnap victims in Lagos
The police command in Lagos State says it has rescued two persons who were kidnapped on Thursday at Ijede creekside in the Ikorodu area of the state.
The command’s spokesperson, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, made this known in a statement on Monday in Lagos.
Hundeyin explained that the police stormed the scene after receiving a distress call about the incident at 10:00 p.m. on Thursday.
as well as bring them to justice.
The Lagos Police image maker commended the bravery of the officers and cooperation of the local vigilantes, hunters, and community members, whose swift response was instrumental to the success of the operations in spite of the difficulties encountered in accessing the area.
The spokesperson reaffirmed the command’s commitment to ensuring the safety and security of all residents of the state.
He urged members of the public to remain vigilant and security conscious at all times, especially residents living in the Ijede creek and other difficult terrains in the forest.
He also advised residents to report any suspicious activities to the nearest police station or via the command’s emergency lines: 08063299264 or 08065154338. (NAN)
