Kwara State Police Command has rescued a Chinese national, PengChao Zhang, who was recently kidnapped in Eyenkorin, a suburb of Ilorin, the state capital.
The spokesperson of the police in the state, Toun Ejire-Adeyemi, in a statement yesterday, said the Chinese national was rescued on Monday by the command’s team and vigilantes.
Recall that the Chinese was kidnapped at a guest house in Eyenkorin, on March 10, 2024 by gunmen.
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According to Adeyemi, “Kwara State Police Command is pleased to announce a significant breakthrough in the recent kidnap incident that occurred in Eiyenkorin, Ilorin, Kwara State. On the 10th of March, 2024, six armed men forcefully abducted Mr PengChao Zhang (also known as Williams Kaka amongst his business associates), a Chinese national who lodged at Cherish Guest House Eiyenkorin, Ilorin, sparking concerns and fear within the community.
“Through diligent and coordinated efforts, the Command’s Tactical Teams and vigilantes executed a series of strategic searches and investigations leading to the safe rescue of the victim in the early hours of 19th March 2024.”
Adeyemi noted that the man had been reunited with his family unharmed, adding that the success of the rescue operation underscored the commitment of the state police command to ensuring the safety and security of all residents and visitors within the state.
