Police Debunk Culpability In Kidnap Cases Along Enugu-Nsukka Road

The Enugu State Police Command, Monday, denied the culpability of its officers on the increasing kidnap cases along the Enugu-Ugwuogo-Opi-Nsukka road.

This followed news aired by a private radio accusing the police of being behind the kidnappings. Our correspondent reports that there are at least twenty checkpoints along the 51 kilometre road, but kidnap cases are frequently reported on the route.

The state Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Daniel Ndukwe, described the report as false.

According to him, “This allegation is false and unfounded. It is purely an act of mischief and disinformation meant to sabotage the police’s unwavering commitment to rid Enugu State of unrepentant criminals. It is also aimed at pitting the police against the good people of the state in this yuletide.

“Consequently, the Enugu State Command urges all and sundry to disregard this manner of falsehood and disinformation while encouraging the accuser(s) to come forward with proof of such allegations for necessary disciplinary action.”