Ondo Police arrest two suspected kidnappers, recover operational motorcycles

2026-02-23 - 14:37

By Dayo Johnson, Akure Police detective in Ondo State have arrested two suspected kidnappers, Abubakar Sindiku 25 years, and Oliver Okoh, 35 years in Sabo Sango, Ado road and Ilado Community respectively, in Akure North council areas of the state. Police image maker DSP Jimoh Abayomi, said in a statement, in Akure that the arrest was part of the command’s “sustained efforts to combat kidnapping and other violent crimes across the State. Abayomi explained that “The operatives of the Command’s Anti-Kidnapping Unit, acted on cedible tackling analysis and technical intelligence, leading to the arrest of the suspects. “The suspects were apprehended in connection with an ongoing investigation into a kidnapping case within the State. “Upon arrest, their statements were duly recorded, and they are currently assisting the Police with useful information. “Preliminary investigation revealed that the suspects belong to a kidnapping syndicate. “They reportedly used their motorcycles for reconnaissance, gathering information about potential targets, and providing logistics support, including supplying food and other operational accessories to members of the syndicate. “The operational motorcycles and relevant tools used in facilitating their criminal activities were recovered. ” lnvestigation is ongoing to apprehend other members of the syndicate and ensure they are brought to justice. Abayomi reassured residents that “the Command remains resolute and is leaving no stone unturned in ensuring the safety and security of lives and property throughout Ondo State. The police spokesperson appealed to “members of the public to remain vigilant and continue to provide timely, credible and actionable information to security agencies.