Man arrested for attempted kidnapping of female driver while posing as traffic inspector

A suspect has been arrested in Addis Ababa's Kolfe Keranio sub-city for attempting to kidnap a female driver while posing as a transport inspector. The suspect, identified as Tegegn Mewded, allegedly threatened the victim with a handgun near the Anfo Kela area. The victim managed to alert police officers nearby, leading to the suspect's capture while he was attempting to escape. During the arrest, police confiscated a handgun with 14 rounds of ammunition, a dagger, and several stolen electrical cables. Addis Ababa police have urged the public to remain vigilant and request identification from suspicious individuals.