The Zamfara State Police Command has successfully rescued six individuals who were kidnapped, following a coordinated search-and-rescue operation.
According to a statement by the command’s spokesperson, DSP Yazid Abubakar, the rescue took place on Friday along the Anka-Gummi Road.
A joint team comprising police officers and members of the Community Protection Guard was on highway patrol when they discovered an abandoned ash-coloured Peugeot 206 by the roadside.
Suspecting foul play, the team immediately launched a search operation, which led to the safe recovery of the kidnapped victims.
The rescued individuals were identified as Bakiru Muhammad Masama, Alyh DanTani Masama, Aminu Aliyu Bukkuyum, Ahmad Muhammad Masama, Umar Sa’idu Ruwan Jema, and Shehu Mulluwa.
They have since been reunited with their families.
Commissioner of Police, CP Ibrahim Balarabe Maikaba, praised the operatives for their swift and effective response.
He reaffirmed the command’s commitment to working closely with other security agencies to secure the release of all kidnapped victims and to protect lives and property across the state.
CP Maikaba also called on residents to remain alert and report any suspicious activity to security authorities promptly.
DSP Abubakar emphasized that the police command remains steadfast in its mission to dismanminal elements and restore lasting peace in Zamfara
