Two persons Tuesday night sustained gunshot injuries during a foiled kidnapping attempt at the old Kara area of Bodija International Market in Ibadan night.
The Oyo state Police command Public Relations Officer, DSP Ayanlade Olayinka, said the incident occurred about 7:50 p.m.
DSP Ayanlade added that the swift response of security operatives with local hunters prevented the armed assailants from succeeding in their planned abduction.
The PPRO stated that the police received a distress call from a concerned resident reporting that about four armed hoodlums had stormed a Point of Sale (POS) shop in the area and opened fire.
“Upon receipt of the information, police operatives immediately mobilised to the scene. The prompt intervention of our men, in collaboration with local hunters, foiled the attack and disrupted the criminals’ operation,” he said.
DSP Ayanlade added: “During the exchange, two individuals were hit by gunfire but were quickly rescued and transported to a medical facility where they are said to be responding to treatment.”
He stated that efforts are ongoing to apprehend the fleeing suspects and that security personnel have intensified bush combing operations across the area.
He disclosed that as a result of the attacks, the Commissioner of Police in Oyo state has already ordered the deployment of additional personnel to vulnerable areas to reinforce security and deter further criminal activities.
He said the command is committed to safeguarding lives and property of residents in the state.
The PPRO also assured residents that investigations are ongoing to track down and prosecute those responsible.
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