Four minors rescued as troops foil kidnap attempt in Plateau

Troops of Sector 1, Operation ENDURING PEACE, have foiled an attempted kidnapping and rescued four minors in Agingi, Bassa Local Government Area of Plateau State.

The incident occurred at about 5:45 p.m. on August 17, 2026 when troops responded to a report that four children had been targeted by suspected kidnappers while returning from the farm.

The troops’ swift intervention forced the criminals to flee, leading to the rescue of the victims.

The rescued minors were identified as Happy Pius, 15; David Monday, 13; Mercy Pius, 14; and Joy Monday, 13.

The victims were subsequently reunited with their families, while security forces commenced efforts to track down and apprehend the fleeing suspects.

The successful intervention underscores the importance of rapid military response and community alerts in preventing criminal elements from abducting vulnerable residents in rural communities.