Swift response by Police operatives attached to the Neni Divisional Headquarters thwarted a kidnap attempt along Okacha Junction in Neni, rescuing three victims and recovering one of their vehicles.
According to the Police Public Relations Officer, Anambra State Command, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, the incident occurred around 8:45 p.m. on Saturday, May 3, 2025. Among those rescued were a couple and another individual, while a vehicle belonging to one of the victims was retrieved at the scene.
Efforts to apprehend the armed criminals are ongoing, as the Joint Security Force comprising the Military, Civil Defence, and Vigilantes has intensified operations to track down the fleeing suspects.
The hoodlums reportedly escaped using a black Lexus 350 SUV with registration number ABJ 557 LD, snatched from the second rescued victim.
The Commissioner of Police, CP Ikioye Orutugu, commended the prompt action of the operatives and urged residents to remain vigilant, law-abiding, and supportive of law enforcement agencies to ensure continued peace and security in the state.
Further updates will be provided as investigations progress.