Men of the 14 Brigade Nigerian Army, have arrested a notorious kidnapping gang which has been operating between Aba and Ohafia in Abia State.
The soldiers also rescued their victim who is currently receiving treatment in an undisclosed medical facility.
Items recovered from the suspects include two AK-47 rifles, loaded with 124 rounds ammunition, and cash up to about 5,490,000 Naira amongst others.
As stated by the Brigade Public Relation Officer, Major Sidney Mbaneme, the victim had already paid the sum of six million Naira demanded by his abductors but was shot on the leg when he identified one of them.
Major Sidney warned criminals and notorious gangsters to stay away from the state because the brigade is leaving no stone unturned to flush them out.
He urged all residents of the state to be vigilant and report any suspicious character within their domain.
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