Anambra Police Command acts swiftly, rescues kidnapped victim, intensifies search for culprits

Following a swift and coordinated operation by Joint Operatives of the Anambra State Police Command Tactical Team in the early hours of 30th September 2025, a kidnapped victim was successfully rescued at Oba/Ojoto axis, seven hours after he was abducted by armed criminals at Umuru Village, Nnobi.

According to the Police Public Relations Officer, Anambra State Police Command, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, the criminal elements had earlier demanded a ransom of ₦10 million.

Consequently, the Joint Command Tactical teams, on an intelligence-led operation, were immediately deployed to the location for aggressive and extensive combing.

Under the pressure of the advancing rescue operation, the kidnappers hastily released the victim and fled into nearby bushes.

The victim was rescued unharmed, debriefed, and has since been reunited with his family.

Meanwhile, the Operatives are currently working on some clues for the possible arrest of the fleeing hoodlums

The Commissioner of Police, Anambra State Command, CP Ikioye Orutugu, commended the operatives for their swift action and reassured Anambra residents of the Command’s unwavering commitment to fighting crime, protecting lives, and ensuring public safety.