Troops of 4 Brigade, Nigerian Army (NA), acting on credible intelligence have taken out three kidnap suspects who are believed to be part of the notorious kidnap and robbery gang terrorizing the ever busy Auchi-Benin road in Edo state.
A statement issued on Wednesday by the Director, Army Public Relations, Brigadier General Onyema Nwachukwu hinted that the suspected kidnappers met their waterloo while on their nefarious operation along the axis.
Nwachukwu disclosed that they ran out of luck as the vigilant troops swooped on them, engaging them in a gun duel that led to the elimination of three members of the gang while others fled in different directions.
He noted that the gallant troops recovered one AK 47 rifle, one Pump Action Shotgun and other dangerous weapons.
“Meanwhile, efforts are ongoing to track the fleeing criminals and free up that corridor from all forms of violent crime.
“The NA wishes to enjoin the general public, particularly the good people of Edo state to continue to expose criminal elements in their localities to law enforcement agencies.
“They are also urged to go about their normal activities as efforts are in place to ensure seamless security”, he said.
Photo: The remains of the three suspected kidnapper taken out by the troops following a gun duel in Edo yesterday.
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