The Benue State Police Command has successfully rescued Emmanuel Tor Yaji, a community leader, who was abducted by gunmen on Monday night.
Yaji, the head of the Kunav United Development Association, was taken from his village, Tsar Mbaduku, in Vandeikya Local Government Area, while spending time with friends. The abduction occurred around 10 pm.
In a statement, the police spokesperson, SP Anene Sewuese Catherine, confirmed that a rescue operation was launched immediately after the kidnapping. On Tuesday afternoon, the police tracked the kidnappers to Nambe Adikpo town in Kwande Local Government Area, where they engaged the suspects in a gunfight.
"During the operation, one suspect was shot and later confirmed dead by a doctor. Another suspect was arrested, while two others fled the scene," the statement said.
Authorities recovered a loaded AK-47 rifle, three magazines, and live ammunition from the deceased suspect.
Yaji, who was unharmed during the ordeal, has been safely returned to his family and community. Investigations are ongoing to apprehend the remaining suspects still at large.
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