N/R: Three suspected kidnappers arrested after victim escapes near Yendi
The Northern Regional Police Command has arrested three suspected kidnappers in connection with the abduction of Ayuba Sumiya Mawudu, alias Haruna, at Dobini Bunban near Yendi in the Northern Region.
The arrests followed the victim’s escape from his captors and his subsequent rescue by farmers in Sambu.
According to the Police, the victim was abducted and taken to an undisclosed location, where he was kept under guard by armed men.
He, however, managed to escape and was assisted to safety by some farmers in Sambu before being taken to a clinic for medical attention.
The Police proceeded to the health facility after receiving information about the victim and engaged him.
During his interaction with investigators, the victim recounted his ordeal and provided information that assisted the Police in their investigations.
The victim subsequently identified all three arrested suspects from their photographs.
Police investigations have also established that the suspects may be connected to other robbery incidents recorded in the area.
The three suspects are currently in Police custody and are assisting with investigations as authorities work to establish the full circumstances surrounding the alleged abduction.
Meanwhile, efforts are ongoing to arrest the remaining accomplices believed to be linked to the incident.
The Police have not disclosed the identities of the suspects or provided further details about the alleged robbery incidents as investigations continue.

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