Chris Awhawha
The Kaduna State Police Command said it has arrested one bandit, three car snatchers and recovered eight AK47 magazines, fifty rounds of live ammunition with one stolen vehicle respectively.
A statement by the command spokesman, Asp Mansir Hassan, Wednesday disclosed that, police operatives successfully intercepted and arrested a 22-year-old suspect, Aliyu Umar, in Zaria, based on credible information,
“On 16th December, 2024, At about 1800 hours, operatives of the Anti-Kidnapping Unit led by their Oc Sp Sani Ibrahim, acting based on credible information, successfully intercepted and arrested a 22-year-old suspect, Aliyu Umar, in Zaria.
“The suspect, was apprehended in possession of eight (8) AK-47 magazines and 50 rounds of live AK-47 ammunition”,
The statement added that “During preliminary investigations, the suspect confessed to being part of a notorious bandit gang operating in Zamfara State and that he travel to Barikin Ladi, Jos, to collect the weapons from another accomplice, whose real identity is yet to be ascertained”.
“In the same vein, On 16th December 2024, Acting on credible intelligence that, a group of young men were observed attempting to sell a vehicle under suspicious circumstances. Police operatives, posed as prospective buyers, engaged the suspects, and that confirmed the suspicions about their activities.
“This tactical approach led to the arrest of the following individuals: Kefas Danladi, 24 years old, from Gora Gan, Zangon Kataf, Kaduna, Usman Salisu, 23 years old, from Unguwan Muazu, Kaduna and Yusuf Danladi, 22 years old, from Kauru, Kaduna.
“During preliminary investigations, the suspects confessed to stealing the vehicle from the house of a resident in Naval Quarters, Asokoro, Abuja. The stolen Toyota Avalon has since been recovered and secured at the police station.
“The rightful owner of the vehicle has been contacted and notified of the recovery. Further investigations are ongoing, and the suspects will be charged to court upon the conclusion of the investigation.
The Commissioner of Police CP Ibrahim Abdullahi, reiterated the Command’s commitment to ensuring the safety and security of residents. He also encouraged Citizens to stay vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the police.