No fewer than 580 suspects have been paraded by Kaduna State Police Command for allegedly involving in kidnapping, armed robbery, and other related crimes in the state.
The State Commissioner of Police, Muhammad Rabiu, while briefing journalists on Tuesday, explained that the arrested individuals comprised of 20 kidnappers, 320 phone snatchers, 32 armed robbers 5 Car thieves 13 motorcycle snatchers, 10 suspected rape cases, and 23 receivers of stolen goods.
He said that efforts of security operatives in the state has reduced crime rate.
Rabiu said: “We have been working closely with the community and other security agencies to ensure that Kaduna State is safe and secure for all residents.
“Security is a collective responsibility, and together, we can build a safer and more peaceful Kaduna State.
“From December 31, 2024, to date, the Kaduna State Police Command has recorded significant successes in our fight against crime.
“Through intelligence-driven operations, synergies with the sister security agencies and collaboration with Communities to achieve safety and security, we have recorded tremendous successes and we are to showcase some of our achievements.
“Arrest of over 580 suspects for various offences, including:20 suspected kidnappers, 320 suspected phone snatchers, 32 suspected armed robbers, 5 Car thieves, 13 motorcycle snatchers, 10 suspects involved in rape cases, 23 receivers of stolen goods.
“Other achievements include the rescue of over 30 kidnapped victims, who have since been reunited with their families, Recovery of stolen properties and illegal weapons, including 34 stolen motorcycles, 10 stolen motor vehicles, 1 submachine gun, 4 AK-47 Rifles, 2 Pistols, 28 rounds of live ammunition with 5 magazines, 52 rustled cows 4 Sledge Hammers and’ 20 Bags of Dried leaves suspected to be weeds.”
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