Military Arrest Ammunition Courier, Rescue Kidnap Victim in Plateau
Troops of Operation Safe Haven have recorded significant operational successes in Plateau State, arresting a suspected terrorist ammunition courier and rescuing a kidnap victim in separate operations.
Security sources disclosed that the arrest was carried out at about 1:00 p.m. on March 15 in Kuka area by troops operating under Sector 9, Sub-Sector 91, following actionable intelligence. The suspect was apprehended in possession of 100 rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition, reportedly intended for a terrorist group operating around Wase Local Government Area and adjoining states.
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Preliminary investigations indicate that the suspect is allegedly a member of the terrorist network. He was also found to have a gunshot wound believed to have been sustained during an attack in Benue State in 2024. The suspect and the recovered ammunition are currently in custody, with further investigations ongoing.
In a related development, troops under Sector 6 conducted a successful search-and-rescue operation in Riyom Local Government Area, leading to the rescue of a kidnap victim.
The operation followed a distress report of kidnapping activities received at about 7:30 a.m. on March 15 along the Manchok–Jos Road. Troops swiftly mobilised to the area, conducted a coordinated search, and successfully rescued the victim.
The rescued individual has since been debriefed to provide intelligence that could support follow-up operations aimed at tracking down the perpetrators.
Military sources confirmed that troops have sustained intensified patrols and security operations across the state to curb criminal activities and enhance public safety.
By PRNigeria
