The Member of Parliament for Abuakwa South, Dr. Kingsley Agyemang, has praised Ghana’s security agencies for their swift and professional response in rescuing a young woman who was recently kidnapped in the constituency.
The victim’s safe return followed a coordinated operation involving the Ghana Police Service, National Security, and other collaborating agencies.
In a public statement, Dr. Agyemang lauded the effort, saying: “Your assurances to me, tireless dedication, and tactical excellence in tracking and rescuing the victim are commendable and truly deserving.”
He also expressed appreciation for the local support group, Proudly Asiakwan, acknowledging their solidarity during the crisis.
While celebrating the successful outcome, the MP urged residents to remain vigilant and proactive in safeguarding their communities. “Let this incident serve as a solemn reminder that threats to our safety can arise when we least expect them,” he cautioned, encouraging parents and guardians to be especially alert.
Dr. Agyemang further reaffirmed his commitment to improving local security infrastructure and deepening collaboration with stakeholders to prevent similar incidents in the future. “We must continue working together to build a safer and more secure community for all,” he emphasized.
The rescued victim is currently safe and receiving appropriate care.
Background
A 39-year-old woman at Asiakwa in the Abuakwa South Municipality of the Eastern Region was allegedly kidnapped by unknown men. The victim, Ama Serwaa Konadu, a popular hairdresser and event decorator in the area, was abducted on Tuesday, April 22, when she left her home to work.
Her abductors, the next day, released several nude videos of her through her phone to family members, assaulting her in the video with a machete.
Her abductors, who claimed to be holding her in Nigeria, demanded a GH₵500,000 ransom before they release her.
The family lodged a formal complaint with the Ghana Police Service and sister security and intelligence agencies, making available to them all the videos to aid their investigations.
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