Eyewitnesses have confirmed a harrowing incident that unfolded last night, January 18, 2024, wherein a group of kidnappers, armed and traveling in a convoy of vehicles, unleashed chaos in army estate, Kurudu. The assailants arrived with heavy firepower, shooting into the air, creating panic among residents who desperately sought safety. Some hid in their homes, while others fled to nearby bushes.
The situation took a potentially tragic turn, but the timely intervention of soldiers stationed at the Army Estate in Kurudu thwarted the kidnappers’ plans. Engaging the criminals in a fierce gun battle, the soldiers successfully forced them to retreat, leaving their victims behind.
As of now, the exact number of individuals taken captive remains uncertain, and authorities are actively working to determine the identities and count of the victims in this fluid situation.
The incident, occurring last night on January 18, 2024, has left the community shaken. The local residents have expressed profound gratitude to the courageous soldiers whose swift response undoubtedly saved lives and prevented further harm. They are urging the government to enhance security measures in the area to prevent the recurrence of such incidents and ensure the safety of the community.