Kaduna Police Arrests : “Kaduna Police Arrest Six Alleged Criminals”

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The Kaduna police command recently arrested six suspects for various crimes and recovered five vehicles. During a routine patrol, a suspect named Babangida Sani was intercepted with an AK-47 rifle while travelling from Jos to Faskari. The Anti-Car Theft Unit also recovered two abandoned vehicles, a Toyota Matrix and a Toyota Camry LE. Further investigations led to the arrest of three suspects from Zamfara state, who were found with two additional stolen vehicles. Additionally, three armed men were arrested on a motorcycle suspected of carrying concealed rifles. The police commissioner assured the public of the command’s commitment to safety and security in Kaduna.

The Kaduna State Police Command has made significant strides in combating crime in the state, with the recent arrest of six suspects and the recovery of five vehicles. The Command’s spokesperson, ASP Mansir Hassan, confirmed the arrests in a statement, highlighting the proactive efforts of the police in ensuring the safety and security of the people of Kaduna.

**Arrest of Suspect with Illegal Firearm**

In a routine patrol near the Agoro Level Crossing area, a team from the Tudun Wada Division in Zaria intercepted a suspect identified as Babangida Sani, 37, from Faskari Local Government Area in Katsina state. The suspect, who was travelling from Jos to Faskari, was found in possession of an AK-47 rifle. The swift action of the officers led to the arrest of the suspect and the apprehension of the motorcycle’s driver who attempted to flee the scene.

**Recovery of Abandoned Vehicles**

The Anti-Car Theft Unit of the command’s Criminal Investigation Department recovered two abandoned vehicles, a Toyota Matrix (DKA 321 TT) and a Toyota Camry LE (Reg No: KGK 114 AA) in Mogadishu, Kaduna, following a tip-off. Additionally, a stolen white Toyota Hilux van (GWA 845 CY) was also recovered at Yazid Hotel on Ali Akilu Road, Kaduna. Further investigations led to the arrest of three suspects from Zamfara state in possession of two additional vehicles, a Honda Accord (RBC 143 MQ) and a Mercedes Benz (BKD 137 SB), suspected to be stolen.

**Swift Response to Armed Men**

In a separate incident, the DPO Millennium City Division received a report from the Sabon Gida vigilante group in Maraban Rido village, Sabo Area of Responsibility, about three armed men on a motorcycle heading through a known bandits’ route towards the Eastern Bypass. A combined team of police patrol officers, a military strike force, and local vigilantes acted swiftly, setting up an ambush at strategic locations to intercept the suspects near Kakura 2 Village along Umar Musa Yar’Adua Way. While two suspects managed to escape, the motorcycle rider, identified as Buhari Madaki, 26, was captured along with his red Jincheng motorcycle.

**Commitment to Safety and Security**

Police Commissioner Ali Dabigi reiterated the commitment of the command to maintaining safety and security in Kaduna. The successful operations and arrests demonstrate the proactive approach of the police in tackling crime and ensuring the well-being of residents in the state.

The recent arrests and recovery of vehicles by the Kaduna State Police Command are a testament to the dedication and vigilance of law enforcement officers in safeguarding the community. The swift response to criminal activities and the successful apprehension of suspects underscore the commitment of the police to maintaining peace and security in the state. With ongoing efforts to combat crime, the command remains focused on ensuring the safety and well-being of all residents in Kaduna.