The kidnapped Nigerian military officer, Major Josiah by villagers from the thick forest of Tuomo community in Burutu Local Government Area of Delta State.
Major Josiah was kidnapped from his lodge Sunday night by yet to be unidentified gunmen in Bomadi Local Government Area.
He was whisked to an unknown destination as phones and other accessories were stolen from the hotel apartment during this incident.
A source from the community disclosed that, Major Josiah, has been rescued by villagers from the deep forest of Tuomo community.
Community sources said, “He was later found in the forest where the kidnappers abandoned their vehicle.
According to accounts, palm-wine tappers and loggers discovered him tied inside a canoe with gunshot wounds on his leg and hand.
He was first taken to a nearby camp for safety before being conveyed by canoe to the community.
“The community subsequently alerted the military Joint Task Force (JTF), which moved him to safety.
Efforts to reach the military command in Bomadi were unsuccessful, but a source confirmed that Major Josiah has been taken to an undisclosed hospital for treatment.
Source-Vanguard News
