Thursday, October 24, 2024 -Troops uncover notorious kidnapping syndicate in Taraba, arrest 3 suspectsIn a decisive operation aimed at combating criminal activities in Taraba State, troops of 6 Brigade Nigerian Army/ Sector 3 Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS) have successfully dismantled a notorious kidnapping syndicate terrorizing parts Jalingo and Lau Local Government Areas of Taraba State.
Acting on an intelligence report, the first two suspects, identified as
Ali Idi and Haruna Umar were apprehended on 22 October 2024 during a raid at a
local hotel in Mayo Dassa area of Jalingo metropolis where they were hiding.
A search of their mobile phones revealed incriminating evidences
including a photograph showing Haruna brandishing an AK 47 rifle alongside
another individual at a yet to be identified location.
Further investigations led to the discovery that the gang's hideout was
at Kona Mountain in Jalingo LGA, where additional members of the syndicate were
believed to be camped.
Acting swiftly on this intelligence, troops conducted a follow up
operation at Kona Mountain on 23 October 2024. During this operation, the
leader of the gang named Dahiru Idi AKA (Yellow) was apprehended.
Upon interrogation, he confessed to the recent kidnapping of three
individuals, from whom a ransom of 6 million Naira was extorted before their
release.
The gang leader further disclosed that the two AK 47 rifles used in
their operations had been taken to another location by one Yakubu Dogo in
preparation for an upcoming operation.
Items recovered from the suspects include 3 Rings, 1 Airtel Sim card, 1
itel Phone, Indian hemp and Charms.
Speaking on the successful operations, the Commander 6 Brigade,
Brigadier General Kingsley Chidiebere Uwa thanked the good people of Taraba
state for always supporting the Brigade.
He noted that the fight against terrorism remains one of the top
priorities of the military, and every effort will be made to ensure the safety
and protection of lives and property of the good people of Taraba State and
Nigerians at large.
He urged the general public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious
activities to the relevant law enforcement agencies.
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