By Dayo Johnson Akure

Police detectives in Ondo state have a arrested a suspected kidnappers, Godspower Cletus, while attempting to withdraw N1 million ransom collected from the husband of his victim.

Vanguard gathered that the suspect stormed the residence of Mrs. Farimoyo Endurance of Odudu Community, Akure, where he allegedly robbed her of her Android phone and ATM card while armed with a gun.

A police source said that during the incident, the suspect threatened the victim and compelled her to call her husband, through which he demanded a ransom of N5m Under duress.

According to the police source, the husband transferred N1m to the victim’s Opay account.

“Upon confirming receipt of the payment, the suspect fled the scene, believing he had successfully carried out his criminal plan.

Vanguard learnt that through diligent intelligence gathering, detectives of the Command’s Anti-Kidnapping Squad were able to track the suspect.

Speaking on the arrest, the state police spokesperson Ayanlade Olayinka, said that police detectives efforts culminated in the arrest of the suspect at a POS point while attempting to withdraw the ransom money.

Ayanlade noted that ” upon interrogation, the suspect voluntarily confessed to the crime, and investigations are ongoing to determine if he has accomplices or links to similar criminal activities within the state.

He commended “the swift and professional response of the Anti-Kidnapping Squad.

The police image maker noted that their “prompt action reflects the Command’s strengthened operational capability and commitment to proactive crime prevention.

He reassured the public of its unwavering commitment to the safety and security of all residents, particularly during the festive season and beyond.

Ayanlade urged residents “to remain vigilant, cooperate with security agencies, and promptly report any suspicious activities to ensure collective protection and peace.