Officer Killed as Police Foil Kidnapping Attempt in FCT!
Reported by Marian Opeyemi Fasesan | Sele Media Africa
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has confirmed the death of an officer during a successful operation to foil a kidnapping attempt in Guto Village, Bwari Area Council. The incident occurred during a fierce gun battle with suspected kidnappers late Tuesday night.
“Our men engaged the criminals in a shootout, neutralising two suspects, but sadly, we lost one brave officer,” said FCT Police spokesperson SP Josephine Adeh.
Key Details:
- The police acted on credible intelligence about planned abductions in the area.
- Two suspects were gunned down, while others escaped into surrounding forests.
- A manhunt is currently underway to track fleeing members of the gang.
- The slain officer’s identity is being withheld until his family is notified.
Why It Matters:
- Highlights worsening insecurity in suburban areas of the FCT.
- Underscores the bravery and sacrifice of frontline security personnel.
- Reflects growing pressure on law enforcement to curb rural kidnappings.
What to Watch:
- Progress of the ongoing manhunt.
- Strengthened patrols or community policing measures in Bwari.
- – Federal response to rising rural insecurity in the capital territory.
Sources:
- FCT Police Command – Press Statement (Nov. 2025)
- Daily Trust – “Kidnapping Thwarted in FCT, Officer Killed”
- Channels TV – “Gun Battle in Bwari as Police Foil Abduction”
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