CCTV footage shows armed men abducting a woman at a vegetable market along Airport Road in Benin City near police headquarters
CCTV footage has captured the moment unidentified armed men abducted a woman at a vegetable market along Airport Road in Benin City, Edo State, in an incident that occurred close to the Nigeria Police Force headquarters.
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The footage, which has since circulated online, shows the attackers arriving at the busy market area before forcefully taking the woman away in a swift operation that lasted only a few minutes.
The incident reportedly took place in broad daylight, causing panic among traders and residents within the area as the assailants fled the scene immediately after the abduction.
The location of the attack, situated along Airport Road and within proximity of the police headquarters in Benin City, has raised concerns among members of the public over security presence and response time.
Authorities are yet to issue an official statement on the incident at the time of filing this report, while efforts are expected to be underway to track down the perpetrators and secure the release of the victim.
Security analysts say the footage highlights ongoing concerns about the audacity of armed groups operating in urban centres and the need for strengthened surveillance and rapid response systems.
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The video continues to generate reactions online, with many calling for improved security measures around public markets and high-traffic civilian areas.
David Okere is a journalist and contributor to Freelanews.com, covering business, governance, public affairs, and human-interest stories with a commitment to accuracy, balance, and public interest reporting.
