A 300-Level student of the Ambrose Alli University (AUA), Ekpoma, Peter Ekpen Adolor, has been shot dead by gunmen suspected to be kidnappers.
The late 24-year-old Adolor was reportedly shot at his abdomen, on Sunday, when the gunmen attacked Ujemen G.T. Extension, Ekpoma.
He was pronounced dead on arrival at the hospital.
The gunmen also abducted three female AAU students and escaped into the bush.
Names of the abducted students were given as Favour Okoroje, 21, Balogun precious, 19 and Praise Obagbalu, 18.
Edo Police spokesman, Eno Ikoedem, who spoke at a press conference yesterday, said the kidnapped students had been rescued, adding that one of the kidnappers was killed.
Okoroje added: “Upon receipt of the report, the Commissioner of Police ordered the deployment of tactical teams and nearby Police Divisions including Ekpoma Division who were detailed for a joint rescue, in collaboration with the Nigerian Army, Edo State Security Corps (ESSC), and hunters. The team subsequently conducted coordinated bush-combing and intelligence-led operations aimed at rescuing the hostages unhurt and apprehending the perpetrators. ‘‘
“The joint security team located the kidnappers’ hideout in Erah Forest and engaged the criminals in a fierce gun battle.
“The superior tactical response of the security operatives forced the kidnappers to abandon their captives and flee. During the operation, the three kidnapped Ambrose Alli University students were rescued alive and rushed to the hospital for medical attention.
“The operation also led to the recovery of three AK-47 rifles with magazines, 36 rounds of 7.62mm live ammunition, five mobile phones, two power banks, one red cross bag and one charger . One suspected kidnapper was neutralised, while another was apprehended with serious gunshot injuries. Operations are ongoing to apprehend the fleeing members of the notorious gang that specialised in kidnapping at Ekpoma and environs thereby ensuring that they are brought to justice.”
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