Three expatriates kidnapped by suspected pirates along the creeks of Sigbene community, in Burutu Council Area of Delta State, have regained freedom.
A joint security operation, which embarked on a manhunt for the suspects, was said to have effected their release.
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It was learnt that many of the hoodlums involved in the killing of four naval ratings and abduction of the three foreigners died in the combined rescue operation.
Government sources, who pleaded anonymity, said the expatriates, two Russians and one Indian, were rescued unhurt.
Also, the stolen vessel, MV AMBIKA, said to be working for an international oil firm, has been recovered.
