The Kano State Police Command has arrested three suspected armed robbers and recovered firearms and live ammunition in a major operation aimed at curbing criminal activities across the state.
The arrest was disclosed in a statement issued on Friday by the Police Public Relations Officer, CSP Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa, who said the suspects were apprehended by operatives of the Command’s Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) Base, Dorayi, following credible intelligence.
According to the statement, one of the suspects, Isyaku Maude, 37, popularly known as “Dan Sokoto,” was arrested at Bachirawa Quarters, Kano. He was described as a notorious armed robbery suspect allegedly involved in several robbery attacks within the Kano metropolis.
“The suspect confessed to committing several armed robberies in different parts of Kano with members of his gang,” the police said.
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Further investigations led to the arrest of two additional suspects identified as Sahabi Danladi, 20, of Kofar Mata Quarters, and Najib Ibrahim, 32, of Bachirawa Quarters.
During the operation, police recovered a Beretta pistol, a locally fabricated Beretta pistol, and 23 rounds of 9mm live ammunition from the suspects.
Commending the officers involved, the Commissioner of Police, Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, praised their dedication and professionalism in the ongoing fight against crime in the state.
“The Commissioner of Police appreciates the commitment of the officers and also thanks the good people of Kano State for their continued support and cooperation,” the statement added, noting that investigations are ongoing and more arrests may follow.
The Kano State Police Command urged residents to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities to the nearest police station or through the emergency numbers 08032419754, 08123821575, and 09029292926.