Police in collaboration with the military have neutralized two suspected kidnappers, following a gun battle during a rescue operation in Delta State.

The State Commissioner of Police, Yemi Oyeniyi, said the suspected kidnappers were neutralized following coordinated intelligence-led operations by the police and the military.

The police also recovered N4.2 million suspected to be part of the ransom collected from victims.

He said on April 9, 2026, the security team trailed the suspected kidnappers to their hideout along Obulu-Uku Power Line, following a reported kidnapping incident in Ibusa and Enu-Ani Mega City, Ogwashi-Uku area of the State.

According to him, the kidnappers, on sighting the operatives, opened fire on them and the operatives responded professionally, resulting in the rescue of the two kidnapped female victims.

He said two members of the kidnapping syndicate who sustained bullet injuries were taken to the hospital and confirmed dead by the doctor on duty.

He listed the Items recovered from the suspects to include one AK-47 rifle, 19 rounds of AK-47 ammunition, and N4,2 million suspected to be part of the ransom collected from victims.

Oyeniyi said bush combing operation is ongoing with a view to recovering additional arms and apprehending fleeing members of the gang. (Daily Trust)