By 
Abiodun OBA
Two suspected kidnappers have been arrested and a 17-year old boy rescued from their captivity by policemen attached to the Eagle-Net Patrol Team in Delta state.
The State Police Command spokesperson, DSP Bright Edafe, made this known on Sunday in Warri.
Edafe said the duo were nabbed on Wednesday while on visibility and confidence building patrol on the Effurun Roundabout in Uvwie Local Government Area.
He explained that the team while on duty, saw a mob beating the suspects, adding that upon inquiry, it was revealed that they were suspected kidnappers.
“The Police rushed to the scene and rescued the boys from the mob. On the spot inquiry, it was discovered that they were suspected kidnappers.
“A woman also accused the boys of kidnapping her 17-year old son earlier that day. The two suspects were Oti Shevire, 32, and Amos whose surname is unknown,” he said.
The police spokesman said that upon interrogation, the suspects confessed to the crime, adding that they led Policemen to their hideout where the victim was rescued unhurt.
He said that the victim was currently receiving treatment while the suspects were in police custody and investigation was ongoing.
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