Troops capture suspected kidnapper in Plateau

Troops of Sector 4, Operation Enduring Peace, have arrested a suspected kidnapper during a security operation in Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State.

This is contained in a statement posted on X by the Nigerian Army.

The army said the suspect, identified as Mohamdu Surajo, 29, was arrested at Sabon Layi village following sustained security operations in the area.


It disclosed that the suspect is currently in military custody and is undergoing preliminary interrogation to aid ongoing investigations.

The statement noted that the arrest is part of continued efforts by security forces to dismantle criminal networks and enhance security across Plateau State.

It was reported earlier that troops of Operation Whirl Stroke killed a suspected kidnapper in Benue.

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