In a daring attack, bandits abducted a mobile police (Mopol) officer in Kampani, a community located in the Wase Local Government Area of Plateau State. The incident occurred on Wednesday evening as the officer and a soldier were traveling from Zurak to Kampani. According to sources, the two security personnel were ambushed by the bandits. While the mobile police officer was captured, the soldier successfully evaded the attackers.

The duo was part of a security team operating in the banditry-affected areas of Bangalala, Kampani, Zurak, and surrounding communities. Sahapi Sambo, a youth leader in the area, confirmed the incident to The Nation, explaining that the two men were on their way to join their colleagues in Kampani when they were attacked.

Efforts are reportedly underway to rescue the abducted officer. On Thursday, security personnel, including soldiers, police, and local vigilantes, launched a manhunt for the bandits, tracking them to their hideout.

Stay tuned for further updates as authorities intensify their efforts to secure the officer’s release and bring the perpetrators to justice.