Romantic Ruse Couple Fakes Kidnapping In Akwa Ibom, Demands N4 Million Ransom From Family

The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has apprehended two lovers accused of orchestrating their own kidnapping.

Imaobong Sampson and Beltus Ebong, the identified couple, were reportedly taken into custody early today in Mbierebe Obio village, Ibesikpo Asutan. According to a statement from the state’s Police Public Relations Officer, Odiko Macedon, the duo had allegedly demanded a ransom from their families….READ ALSOFatal Attack: Church Leader And Pastor Slain By Gunmen In Akwa Ibom

Macdon explained that upon receiving a report of the purported kidnapping, the Anti-abduction Squad of the command swiftly tracked down the suspects to their hideout.

The statement revealed that the couple had purportedly requested a ransom of N4 million from Imaobong’s family.

“In response, operatives of the Anti-Kidnapping Squad of the command launched an extensive and intelligence-driven investigation to apprehend the culprits and secure the victim’s release.

“The supposed victim, Imaobong Sampson, and her partner, Beltus Ebong, were apprehended at their hiding place in Mbierebe Obio Village, Ibesikpo Asutan L.G.A,” he stated.