EDO: Abducted ASP rescued by police

OPERATIVES of the State Police Command have rescued ASP Clement Amoko, who was kidnapped two days ago.

Amuko, who is attached to the State Investigation Bureau (SIB), was kidnapped by some gunmen at his residence, at Ogida quarters in Benin City.

Following his abduction, operatives of the command mobilised full force to ensure that the victim is rescued unhurt.

It was gathered that a combined forces of the tactical and strike units of the command carried out the rescue operation.

The Command’s spokesman, DSP Princewill Osaigbovo, who confirmed Amoko’s rescue on Monday, said he is receiving treatment in the hospital, due to the beating he received in the hand of his abductors.

“I can tell you that he has been released and he is receiving treatment while he has also been reunited with his family,” he said.