Breaking News: Akwa Ibom Police Rescue Lawyer and Niece, Eliminate Kidnappers
Three suspected kidnappers were killed during a police operation in Akwa Ibom State to rescue a lawyer and his niece who had been abducted.
The incident occurred on the Uyo-Ikot Ekpene Highway, where the kidnappers intercepted the lawyer’s vehicle and forced them into a nearby forest.
Following a distress call, police operatives quickly mobilized to the scene and engaged the kidnappers in a shootout.
Three of the suspects were neutralized, and the lawyer and his niece were successfully rescued without harm.
During the operation, the police recovered firearms, ammunition, and other items used by the kidnappers.