A suspected kidnapper has been shot dead during a gun battle with the police in Benue State.
One victim was also rescued in the incident, which took place in Logo Local Government Area of the state.Police spokesperson for Benue command, DSP Catherine Anene, said the feat was achieved in the ongoing operation to clamp down on kidnappers in the state.
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