Zamfara Police Rescue Three-Year-Old, Arrest Aunt in Kidnapping Case

The Zamfara State Police Command has successfully rescued a three-year-old girl who had been held captive for two weeks, according to an official statement from the police. The operation resulted in the arrest of a 26-year-old woman, identified by authorities as the victim’s aunt, who is accused of orchestrating the abduction and demanding a ₦10 million ransom for the child’s release.

Timeline of the Abduction

According to information provided by the Police Public Relations Officer, Yazid Abubakar, the ordeal began on October 28, 2026, when the child was abducted from her home. The victim’s father, Abdulganiyu Sahabi, reported the disappearance to the State Intelligence Department on October 30 after receiving a ransom demand via a telephone call from a concealed number the day after the child went missing.

Following the report, the Commissioner of Police, Ahmad Bello, ordered an immediate investigation. The police utilized intelligence-led strategies, including technical analysis and collaboration with strategic partners, to track the suspect.

The Arrest and Rescue

On November 10, 2026, police operatives apprehended the suspect in the Bela District of Bungudu Local Government Area. Preliminary investigations by the police revealed that the suspect is the younger sister of the victim’s father, sharing the same biological father but having a different mother. The police report states that the suspect confessed to her involvement in the crime during interrogation.

The child was rescued and underwent a medical examination to ensure her well-being before being reunited with her parents on November 12, 2026. While the primary suspect is in custody, the police have indicated that investigations are ongoing to determine if other accomplices were involved in the kidnapping.

Police Response and Public Safety

Commissioner Ahmad Bello commended the State Intelligence Department for their professionalism in securing the child’s safe return. The command has used this incident to reiterate its commitment to protecting vulnerable citizens and prosecuting those involved in criminal activities.

The police have issued a call to action for the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to local authorities. As of the latest update from the Zamfara State Police Command, the investigation remains active as they work to uncover the full circumstances surrounding the case.

Note: Information regarding the motive behind the kidnapping or the potential involvement of other individuals remains under investigation by the authorities.

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