The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has rescued a kidnapped victim and recovered his stolen vehicle during a tactical operation in Ikot Ekpene.

According to the Command’s Police Public Relations Officer, DSPTIMFON JOHN, the operation occurred on February 13, 2025 after a man was kidnapped along Okop-Eto Road and taken to an unknown destination by the kidnappers.

She explained that the operatives of the command, who swung into action, engaged the kidnappers in a gun duel, and were overwhelmed by superior firepower fled with severe gunshot injuries, leaving the victim unharmed, and has since been reunited with his family.

However, the PPRO said while the police are working to track down and apprehend the fleeing suspects, investigations are ongoing to recover weapons used in the crime and bring those responsible to justice.

Meanwhile, the Commissioner of Police, Akwa Ibom State Command, CP Baba MOHAMMED AZARE, commended the officers for their swift response and assured residents that the Command remains resolute in its fight against criminal elements in the state. He urged the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the nearest police station.