Gunmen abduct six worshippers in Ondo church

The Police Command in Ondo State has confirmed the abduction of six worshippers of a celestial church located along Uso/Owo Expressway in Owo Local Government Area of the state.

The command’s Spokesperson, DSP Abayomi Jimoh, who confirmed this in a statement released on Wednesday, said the incident occurred in the early hours of February 25 at approximately 12:50 am.

Jimoh explained that the victims were reportedly taken to an unknown destination by the attackers.

“Upon receiving the report, the operatives of the command, in collaboration with the Nigerian Army and local vigilante groups, immediately mobilised to the scene and commenced coordinated rescue operations.

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“As a result of sustained joint efforts, one of the kidnapped victims has been successfully rescued.

“Additionally, one suspected informant linked to the incident has been arrested and is currently assisting with ongoing investigations.

“Security operations are ongoing to ensure the safe rescue of the remaining victims and the apprehension of all perpetrators involved,” he said.

The spokesperson, therefore, urged residents to remain calm, vigilant, and cooperate with security agencies by providing credible and actionable information that may assist ongoing operations.

NAN