Sakeenah Abdullateef
A kidnapping attempt has left a couple injured at a Muslim prayer ground in Solaty village along Okoolowo-Jebba expressway, Ilorin on Wednesday around 1:30am.
A police statement released by the Police Public Relations Officer of the Kwara State Police Command, DSP Toun Ejire-Adeyemi, on Thursday reavealed that a yet-to-be-identified Lagos-based couple was allegedly injured during an invasion of the prayer ground by suspected kidnappers.
According to the Spokesperson of the police, ” Upon arrival, it was discovered that nine heavily armed individuals, wielding AK-47 rifles and dane guns, had infiltrated the camp in an attempt to kidnap the guests. But thanks to the swift response and intervention of the patrol team and the vigilantes, the attempt was foiled.”
It was reavealed that the kidnappers infiltrated the camp of Alfa Bukhari Jamiu Tunde and attempted to abduct guests who travelled down for prayers.
“Unfortunately, a man and his wife who had journeyed from Lagos to attend the prayer sustained injuries inflicted by the kidnappers. The victims were rushed to the hospital and have been discharged after treatment,” she said.
DSP Ejire-Adeyemi added that police patrol teams have been stationed in the area for continued monitoring to ensure the safety and security of the residents. Operatives have launched a search for the assailants, and an investigation into the incident is ongoing.
“The Commissioner of Police, Victor Olaiya, commended the bravery and prompt action of the patrol team and the VGN members.” she affirmed.
