The Taraba State Police Command, in collaboration with the military and local hunters, has rescued a kidnapped engineer, Gil Itamar, in Takum Local Government Area of Taraba State.
Itamar was earlier abducted by armed men in Atim community, along Takum/Chanchangi Road on Thursday.
According to the Police reports, the incident occurred around 9:15AM when Hamar, a staff member of SSC Company, was kidnapped while being escorted by the military personnel.
His abduction was also confirmed to have been promptly reported to law enforcement by Alhaji Saidu, a fellow member of SSC, who raised the alarm.
A statement issued to newsmen on Friday April 4, 2025 by the Police Public Relations Officer, James Leshen details how rescue operation unfolded.
“Upon receiving the distress call, the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) of Takum swiftly mobilized a team consisting of police officers, personnel from the 67PMF, the military, and local hunters.
A coordinated search-and-rescue mission was launched, leading to a fierce exchange of gunfire with the abductors.
Overpowered by the security forces, the kidnappers were forced to retreat, abandoning their hostage.
Mr. Itamar was subsequently rescued at Kofai Ahmadu, and is currently undergoing medical evaluation at the SSC Company’s medical facility in Takum”, the police said.
-9News Nigeria.
