Four victims rescued as Amotekun apprehends notorious kidnap kingpins in Ondo
by Adenle Ahmed Abiola · The Eagle OnlineMen of the Ondo state security outfit codenamed, Amotekun, have successfully rescued four victims from kidnappers and arrested two notorious kingpins responsible for multiple abductions in the state.
Confirming the arrest, Chief Adetunji Adeleye, Commander of Amotekun, disclosed that the suspects were arrested along the Owo/Ose highway, a notorious route known for kidnappings.
It was learnt that the operatives, personally led by Adeleye, collaborated with local hunters, to apprehend the suspects and rescue the victims.
According to reports, the arrested suspects have been terrorizing farmers and commuters plying the Elegbeka/Ifon highway and had collected a ransom of ₦1.2 million from kidnapped victims in August.
Adeleye disclosed that the suspects engaged Amotekun operatives in a gun battle before being arrested.
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He added that the rescued victims identified the suspects as responsible for previous abductions in the area.
On tactics used by the suspected Kidnappers, Adeleye revealed that the kidnappers blocked a portion of the road with a vehicle, forcing commuters to slow down and making them vulnerable to ambush.
According to him, the suspects demanded ₦20 million but were apprehended before payment.
The Amotekun boss assured that the rescued victims are receiving medical attention and psychological support, while the arrested kidnappers will face legal proceedings.
“We want every criminal in Ondo State to know—there is no safe haven for you here. We will find you, and justice will be served,” he said.
Community leaders applauded Amotekun’s swift action, stating it restored confidence in local security.
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