By Joe Udo
ABUJA (CONVERSEER) – The Nigeria Police, Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Command, has rescued two minors and their mother from an alleged violent domestic abuse situation in Mpape, Bwari Area Council of the Territory.
A 45-year-old man, identified as David Tersoo, who was allegedly found in possession of a pump-action gun and suspected hard drugs, was also arrested, according to a statement by the FCT Police Public Relations Officer, SP Josephine Adeh.
According to SaharaReporter, Adeh explained that the incident occurred on 9th September 2025, after the police received a distress call alleging that Tersoo had assaulted his 8-year-old daughter and her 3-year-old sister, while forcing their mother and 9-month-old baby out of the house in the middle of the night.
According to Adeh, the Commissioner of Police immediately dispatched operatives from the Mpape Division alongside the Command’s Gender Unit.
“Working with officials from the Ministry of Women Affairs, they rescued the children — one of whom was found with visible bruises — and later traced their mother, who has now been placed in protective custody with her children.
“The suspect, a contractor with a known history of domestic violence, initially locked himself behind a bulletproof door while armed. After sustained efforts, officers subdued him without casualties.
“A pump-action firearm, white powder, and other substances suspected to be narcotics were recovered from the house. Police sources confirmed that the suspect has been taken for drug testing as investigations continue.
“The Commissioner of Police commended the role of vigilant neighbours and the Ministry of Women Affairs in preventing what could have been a deadly situation. He urged victims of domestic violence to speak out, promising that the Command would remain committed to protecting vulnerable residents and ensuring justice.
“Investigations are ongoing,” she added.
