Police Mobilise Rescue Operation For Abducted Varsity Student

Imo State Police Command has  commenced coordinated search and rescue operations following the reported abduction of a 17-year-old student of the Federal University of Technology Owerri (FUTO), Miss Mary Ezinwayi Uzoma.

She was allegedly kidnapped on FUTO/Ihiagwa Road in Owerri West local government area.

This was made known in a press statement issued by the police spokesperson, Henry Okoye.

“Upon receipt of the report, operative of the Command in synergy with local vigilantes were promptly mobilised to the scene, where adjoining bushes and surrounding areas were immediately subjected to intensive search operations as part of ongoing efforts to locate the victim.”

According to the command, “the commissioner of police, Imo State Command, CP Audu Garba Bosso, has directed the Anti-Kidnapping Unit, Owerri, to take over the case and sustain intelligence-led operations in synergy with other security agencies.”

These proactive measures are aimed at ensuring the safe rescue of the victim and the swift arrest of the perpetrators.

In addition, the CP has reinforced security deployment across the FUTO axis and adjoining communities, with sustained patrols, surveillance, and visibility policing already ongoing. He assured students, student communities, school authorities, and residents of Imo State of the Command’s unwavering commitment to their safety, and urged them to remain calm, vigilant, and continue their lawful activities.

They highlighted that Imo State Police Command remained proactive and resolute in its mandate to prevent crime, protect lives and property. Members of the public with useful information are encouraged to report at the nearest police station or contact 0803 477 3600.