Operatives of the Oyo State Police Command have shot and killed three suspected kidnappers during a fierce encounter.
The suspects met their end in Otu, located within the Itesiwaju Local Government Area of Oyo State.
Confirming the incident, the Command’s Public Relations Officer, Olayinka Ayanlade, noted that a captive was safely rescued during the raid.
The rescued victim was identified as Mr. Mosudi Gbolagade, a 50-year-old man who had been abducted from Okaka town.
Police operatives successfully tracked the criminal hideout and pulled off the rescue mission in close collaboration with local hunters.
“The operation also resulted in the successful rescue of an abducted victim, identified as Mr Mosudi Gbolagade, male, aged about 50 years, who had earlier been kidnapped at Okaka and held captive within the Otu area,” Ayanlade said.
The police spokesperson added: “Although the victim sustained gunshot injuries during the incident, he has been evacuated for urgent medical attention and is currently receiving treatment.
“Regrettably, one of the local hunters sustained gunshot injuries during the exchange and was promptly rushed to the hospital, where he is currently receiving medical care.”
