Troops arrest two suspected kidnappers in Plateau
Two individuals suspected of kidnapping were apprehended on November 4 during a search-and-rescue operation conducted by troops from Sector 3 of Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP) in the Dong area of Jos North Local Government Area, Plateau State.
Security analyst Zagazola Makama reported on X that the suspects, identified as Cuthbert Tapgun and Sani Alhassan, were arrested around 11:30 a.m. The operation was part of efforts to enhance security in the region.
“The two suspects are currently in custody and undergoing investigation to determine their alleged involvement in kidnapping activities and to identify potential accomplices,” Makama stated.
This operation is part of OPEP’s ongoing initiatives aimed at combating kidnapping, dismantling criminal networks, and improving safety across Plateau State.
