A possible abduction was reported Friday in the Rumuola area of Port Harcourt, sparking concern among residents and prompting a community-driven effort to locate a gold Toyota Prius with the license plate EKY713BC, according to posts on the social media platform X.
The incident, detailed in a thread initiated by user @D_goodybag, described a girl seen screaming inside the vehicle, which was being driven by two men. The initial post, shared at 1:32 p.m. local time, included a screenshot from the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) website verifying the vehicle’s details.
A subsequent post at 5:50 p.m. confirmed the location as Rumuola, a commercial and residential hub in the oil-rich city. “Please repost🙏🏿,”@D_goodybag urged, encouraging vigilance as the community sought to track the vehicle and ensure the girl’s safety. Another user, @Debz_Carter, replied at 7:55 p.m., mentioning a direct message exchange but offering no further public details.
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As of 10:22 p.m. local time, no official confirmation or updates from law enforcement or the FRSC were available. Port Harcourt, the capital of Rivers State, has a history of vehicle-related crimes, including a 2022 police operation that recovered a stolen Toyota Corolla in the region.
The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime reported a 32% rise in Nigeria’s kidnapping rate from 2019 to 2022, adding context to the plausibility of such incidents.
The FRSC website, which was cited in the X post, offers vehicle verification services.
Authorities have not yet commented on the report. Residents are encouraged to contact local police with any information to assist in the investigation.
This story will be updated as more details emerge.
