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From Tony Osauzo, Benin
The Edo State Police Command, on Friday, announced the arrest of 65 suspected kidnappers and recovery of N1, 850, 000 believed to have been paid as ransom.
Spokesman of the Command, DSP Eno Ikoedem, in a statement said the suspects were arrested after a coordinated midnight raid on March 2nd at Zango and Max Square Properties in Aviele, Estako West Local Government Area of the state, adding that further technical analysis linked ransom negotiation activities to the area.
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She listed items recovered from the suspects as uniforms and kits of the Nigerian Army and other incriminating items, explaining that no casualty was recorded during the operation.
“The suspects and exhibits have been moved to the State Headquarters, Benin City, and are undergoing discreet investigations to ascertain their level of involvements in kidnapping.
“Commissioner of Police, Edo State Command, Monday Agbonika, commended the operatives for their professionalism and reiterates the command’s unwavering commitment to dismantling kidnapping networks across the state as the command continues to seek the support and cooperation of the general public,” the statement said.
