`` We believe Frans was abducted by an independent group of criminals with no political affiliation or support from other groups in the region . '' Ethiopian aid worker Barnard released by gunmen in Adado . Frans Barnard 's release was negotiated by tribal elders . CNN says no ransom was paid to the kidnappers .
Ethiopian aid worker Barnard released by gunmen in Adado . Frans Barnard 's release was negotiated by tribal elders . CNN says no ransom was paid to the kidnappers .