The victim was immediately evacuated to a medical facility, where he is currently receiving treatment and responding positively.

Imo state police command has used surveillance drones to rescue a kidnapped victim in the state. The police operation involved a team of operatives and local vigilantes. The incident occurred in the Nekede, Ihiagwa, and Agbala axis of Owerri West and Owerri North local government areas.

The police command confirmed this in a press statement, saying "The Command has deployed a surveillance drone to strengthen intelligence gathering and support ongoing operations aimed at identifying and tracking criminal elements across Imo State."

This operation was led by the Commissioner of Police, CP Audu Garba Bosso, who said that it was carried out as part of ongoing efforts to rid Imo State of criminal elements. According to the statement, the operation was carried out on the directives of the Inspector General of Police, IGP.

The police also thanked the public for their support and urged them to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the nearest police station. Chinonaobi Uchegbulam, a resident of Ubaha Orodo, was the kidnapped victim.

The police command has been working hard to ensure that Imo state remains safe for its residents. In related news, the Imo state government has been working to improve security in the state.

Operation Details

The Imo police command stated that the operation was carried out on June 27, 2026. The team of operatives and local vigilantes combed through forests using surveillance drones. The operation was a success, with one injured kidnapper rescued.

The police command has deployed surveillance drones in other parts of the state to strengthen intelligence gathering and support ongoing operations. The drones are equipped with advanced technology to track and identify criminal elements.

Victim's Status

The kidnapped victim, Chinonaobi Uchegbulam, is currently receiving treatment in a medical facility. He is responding positively to treatment and is expected to recover soon.

The police command has assured the public that it will continue to work hard to ensure that Imo state remains safe for its residents. The command has also called on the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the nearest police station.

Imo State's Security Challenges

Imo state has been facing security challenges in recent times. The state has been plagued by kidnappings and armed robbery attacks. The Imo police command has been working hard to ensure that the state remains safe for its residents.

The state government has also been working to improve security in the state. The government has promised to work with security agencies to ensure that the state remains safe.

The Imo police command's use of surveillance drones to rescue a kidnapped victim is a positive step in the fight against kidnappings in the state. The operation demonstrates the police command's commitment to ensuring the safety of the state's residents.

The public is urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the nearest police station.