Suspect Bandit Arrested.
Operation SAFE HAVEN (OPSH) troops, during Operation HAKORIN DAMISA IV conducted from November 20 to 27 in Kaduna and Plateau States, apprehended 58 individuals suspected of various crimes, including murder and kidnapping. Additionally, one terrorist was neutralized during the operation.
This information was revealed in a statement and accompanying photos posted on the official X handle of the Nigerian Army on Tuesday.
Furthermore, the troops successfully rescued three kidnapped victims—Leah Redzak, Paulina Pwajock, and Dorathy Ajiji—who had been abducted in Ndor village, Bokkos LGA of Plateau State. The victims were liberated in Tenti village, Barkin Ladi LGA of the state.
The statement read, “the Honourable Member Representing Ikulu Ward, Community Leader and parents of 2 arrested armed robbers, Bawa Ahmad and Dawa Ahmad, surrendered a 9mm Sub Machine Gun to troops deployed in Kafanchan. On 26 November 2023, troops on a stop and search operation arrested 2 suspects, Issac Adams and Mary Emmanuel with one pistol, 7 live cartridges, 2 cell phones and some amount of money.”
“Similarly, troops conducted a raid operation at Nyankala community in Bassa LGA of Plateau State. During the operation, 2 rifles, one cutlass, 3 daggers, one axe and some cartridges were recovered.
“In all, a total of 58 suspects were arrested in connection with various crimes within the last one week while one terrorist was neutralised.”
” Nine suspects were arrested for kidnapping, 5 for dealing in arms, 9 for murder, 4 for farm destruction,18 for suspected banditry, 12 for drug peddling and one for cattle rustling. A total of 103 cows and 40 rams were recovered.
“Additionally, 3 kidnapped victims were rescued, 7 attacks on vulnerable communities deterred and 5 distress calls promptly responded to.”
Major General A.E. Abubakar, the Commander of Operation SAFE HAVEN, reaffirmed the dedication of OPSH and collaborating security agencies to safeguarding law-abiding citizens in Plateau, Southern Kaduna, and Bauchi States through lawful measures. He urged the public to consistently provide the necessary support to the troops and guaranteed a prompt administration of justice once investigations into suspects in OPSH custody were appropriately completed.
Photos posted on the official X handle of the Nigerian Army on Tuesday.