JTF arrests 10 suspected kidnappers, rescues nine victims in Delta
OPERATIVES of the Joint Task Force ( JTF) in the Niger Delta, have arrested 10 suspected kidnappers who abducted a corps member, Navy officer and nine students.
The operatives also rescued all the victims abducted by the gunmen along UghelliPatani axis of the East- West Road.
Confirming the development yesterday, Rear Admiral John Okeke, Commander of the JTF Operation Delta Safe, deployed to Niger Delta, said 10 suspected kidnappers were arrested in the rescue of the victims, which included a National Youths Service Corps ( NYSC) member and a Navy rating.
He said: “In continuation to ensure safety of lives and property in the Niger Delta Region, the gallant troops of the Joint Task Force South South Operation Delta Safe ( OPDS), comprising troops of Quick Response Force ( QRF) of Headquarters OPDS, Land, Maritime and Air Components on Monday, April 1, 2024, rescued nine kidnap victims.
“The freed victims were kidnapped on March 29, along Patani- Ughelli Road in Delta State.
“During the rescue operation, 10 suspects in connection with the kidnap incident were arrested. Among the rescued victims is a Naval Rating and an NYSC member,” Okeke said.
The JTF Commander subsequently warned criminal elements within the Niger Delta region to desist from their nefarious activities as there will be no safe haven for them in the region.
He added that troops will not leave any stone unturned in ensuring a conducive environment for the safety of lives and property.
While praising the troops for their gallantry and efforts on the operation, he urged the public to always provide useful information to security agencies on criminal activities within their communities.