The Imo state police command has announced that its men have annihilated a suspected kidnapping and organ trafficking syndicate operating in the Douglass area of the state.
Spokesperson of police in the state, Henry Okoye, through statement made available on Friday, said one suspect, Justine Emmanuel, from Amimo in Ikeduru LGA, was apprehended.
Okoye added that a 19-year-old woman, whose name has been concealed for privacy purposes, was rescued.
“The arrest followed the swift response of vigilant operatives on visibility patrol, who observed the syndicate in a blue and white bus forcefully taking the young girl to an undisclosed location where they intended to kill her and harvest her organs,” he said.
“During the chase, the victim managed to jump from the bus and was immediately rescued. The police pursued the vehicle, which was abandoned, and arrested one suspect while the others escaped into the nearby bush.
“The Command is now investigating further to identify other members of the syndicate and determine the full extent of their criminal activities.”
Speaking on the rescue, the police spokesperson highlights the command’s commitment to combating violent crime and ensuring the safety of the community.
Okoye implored the residents to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to relevant authorities.