The Police in Adamawa have arrested four suspected kidnappers believed to be terrorizing the residents of Yola and environs.
In a statement, the Police Public Relations Officer in the State, Othman Abubakar, said two AK 47 rifles and sixty rounds of ammunitions were found with the suspects at the time of arrest.
Mr. Abubakar said they were responsible for the recent kidnap of Adamawa House of Assembly member, Usman Adamu
, and Sarkin Tsafta of Adamawa, Aliyu Aminu.
The gang was also responsible for the kidnap of Wilson Gundiri, brother to Marcus Gundiri, governorship candidate of SDP in the last general elections.
Mr. Abubakar said the suspects were undergoing investigation at the state Criminal Investigation Department.
He lauded the support from members of the public and urged for its sustenance.
“We thank members of the public for their continuous support and cooperation”, the PRO said.
(NAN)
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