Police have rescued a 23-year-old woman kidnapped in Eastleigh from a dungeon in the Matopeni area in Kayole, Embakasi East, Nairobi.

Businesswoman Hafsa Mohammed Lukman was abducted by unknown individuals from Kamukunji where she runs a clothing shop on June 15, 2021.

The kidnappers later released an armature video clip with their Sh. 5 million ransom demand in exchange for Hafsa’s freedom.

During her time in the hands of the criminals that kidnapped her, Hafsa was forced to fit into a water storage drum.

Drum into which Hafsa was forced. PHOTO/COURTESY

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A joint operation involving Crime Research & Intelligence Bureau officers and the Special Service Unit rescued Hafsa from the dungeon after thorough investigations.

Hafsa Mohammed Lukman. PHOTO/COURTESY

She was found rather shaken from her ordeal and signs of maltreatment were visible on her face and hands. She was immediately rushed to the hospital for medical attention..

A 24-year-old suspect was arrested in connection with the kidnapping incident and is currently helping the police with the investigations.

Suspect arrested. PHOTO/COURTESY

The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) issued a stern warning against anyone who intends to perpetrate such crimes and said that no efforts shall be spared to bring any culprits to book.