Police Foil Kidnappers in Ondo State, Recover Ransom Proceeds

Ondo State Police Command Arrests Five Suspected Kidnappers, Recovers Ransom Proceeds

The Ondo State Police Command has arrested five suspected kidnappers and recovered N261,000, a portion of the ransom paid for two abducted minors. The victims, Jehu, 10, and Yohana, 5, were reportedly kidnapped while on their way to school in the Sawmill area of Ore and taken to an undisclosed location. Their father, Andrew Yohana, had reported the incident at the Ore Police Station in Odigbo Local Government Area.

A police source says detectives immediately launched an investigation following the complaint. According to the source, N261,000 suspected to be proceeds of the ransom was recovered from the suspects during the operation.

The police spokesperson, DSP Jimoh Abayomi, described the arrest as another major breakthrough in the command’s crackdown on kidnapping and violent crimes across the state. Abayomi said, “Through painstaking technical intelligence, tracking analysis, and coordinated investigative efforts, operatives were able to uncover the identities and locations of the suspects.” He added that the command is committed to combating kidnapping and other violent crimes in the state.

The suspects include Peter Moses, 25, Sunday Isaac, 23, and Sanusi Dan Asabe, 37. Abayomi reiterated that the command is committed to combating kidnapping and other violent crimes in the state and urged residents to provide timely and credible information to security agencies.

The police have also recovered an unregistered motorcycle allegedly used in carrying out the crime from a hideout linked to one Blessing Saturday. The suspects made confessional statements detailing their respective roles in the abduction and would be charged to court upon the conclusion of investigations. They include Peter Moses, Sunday Isaac, Sanusi Dan Asabe, as well as two others whose names were not disclosed by the police spokesperson.

This is not the first time the Ondo State Police Command has made a significant arrest in the fight against kidnapping and violent crimes. In recent months, the command has arrested several suspected kidnappers and recovered large sums of money believed to be ransom proceeds.

Residents have been providing timely and credible information to the police, which has significantly boosted the command’s efforts. Residents who have information about suspected kidnappers or violent crimes are urged to contact the police.

The arrested suspects and the recovered motorcycle will be taken to a court for further investigations and possible prosecution. The public is asked to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the police.

The timely arrest demonstrates the Ondo State Police Command’s commitment to ensuring the safety and security of residents. The command’s efforts will continue to be guided by the principles of professionalism, integrity, and respect for human rights.

Police spokesperson DSP Jimoh Abayomi has reassured the public that the command will continue to work tirelessly to combat kidnapping and other violent crimes in the state. He urged residents to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the police.

The recovered ransom proceeds will be returned to the victims’ family after the conclusion of investigations. The police have also promised to provide support to the family during this challenging period.

The Ondo State Police Command has been at the forefront of efforts to combat kidnapping and violent crimes in the state. In recent months, the command has arrested several suspected kidnappers and recovered large sums of money believed to be ransom proceeds.

The state Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Jimoh Abayomi, confirmed the development, describing the arrest as another major breakthrough in the command’s ongoing crackdown on kidnapping and violent crimes across the state. Abayomi said, “Through painstaking technical intelligence, tracking analysis, and coordinated investigative efforts, operatives were able to uncover the identities and locations of the suspects.” He identified three of the suspects as Peter Moses, 25, Sunday Isaac, 23, and Sanusi Dan Asabe, 37.

Abayomi added that efforts are ongoing to apprehend other fleeing members of the syndicate and recover additional exhibits linked to the crime. The police spokesperson also emphasized that the command will continue to rely on the support of residents to combat kidnapping and violent crimes in the state.