The Nasarawa State Police Command has successfully foiled a planned kidnapping in Karu Local Government Area, arresting three suspects linked to the criminal plot in a major security breakthrough.
The operation was initiated following a formal complaint filed at the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID), where an agribusinesswoman reported receiving threats from unidentified individuals.
The suspects allegedly demanded a ransom of ₦5 million, threatening to abduct her and her children if the demand was not met.
Acting swiftly on the report, the Commissioner of Police, CP Shetima Jauro Mohamed, ordered a comprehensive investigation to neutralize the threat and bring those responsible to justice.
Police operatives, through an intelligence-led operation, arrested two initial suspects identified as Prince Eze (19) and Marwan Salihu (18), both residents of Agada Village in Karu LGA.
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Further investigations led to the arrest of a third suspect, Hassan Mathew Yerima from Keffi, believed to have coordinated the ransom collection.
According to the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Ramhan Nansel, the suspects are currently in custody and are cooperating with ongoing investigations.
Efforts are also underway to apprehend other members of the criminal network.
The Command reaffirmed its commitment to dismantling criminal syndicates and preventing violent crimes across the state.
Residents were urged to remain vigilant and promptly report any suspicious activities to security agencies.
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