The Oyo State Police Command has recorded a significant breakthrough in its sustained fight against kidnapping and other violent crimes with the arrest of three suspected kidnappers and the recovery of firearms, following intelligence-driven and coordinated security operations.

Acting on credible intelligence and in collaboration with other non-state security outfits, operatives of the Command arrested one Aliu Umaru, male, aged 22 years, of Komu Village. The suspect had been on the Command’s wanted list in connection with a previously reported case of kidnapping involving Huseinat Abubakar, female, aged 25 years, of Gelede Camp via Komu.

Further investigation and interrogation of the suspect yielded positive results, as he confessed to the crime and led operatives to the arrest of two other members of the kidnapping syndicate, namely Gure Wadi, male, aged 60 years, and Ibrahim Yobo, male, aged 35 years, both of Komu Village.
Consequently, a search conducted at the residence of one of the suspects led to the recovery of one single-barrel gun and one dane gun, both alleged to have been used in the commission of the kidnapping.

Meanwhile, the Commissioner of Police, CP Femi Haruna, psc (+), has directed that no stone should be left unturned in ensuring that all fleeing members of the syndicate are arrested and diligently prosecuted in accordance with the law. He further commended the professionalism, courage, and operational effectiveness of the officers involved in the operation.

The Commissioner of Police also appreciated the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, PhD, NPM, for his sustained leadership, strategic guidance, and unwavering support, which continue to enhance operational efficiency across the Command.

Additionally, the CP lauded the collaborative efforts of members of the public and the Command’s progressive partners, particularly non-state actors, whose timely information and cooperation contributed significantly to the success of the operation.

Investigation is ongoing to apprehend other fleeing members of the gang, after which all suspects will be charged to court accordingly. The Oyo State Police Command reassures the public of its unwavering commitment to safeguarding lives and property and urges continued cooperation through the provision of credible and timely information.