Robbery, fraud suspects set to face trial in Jigawa — Police

The Jigawa State Police Command has announced that suspects arrested for crimes including fraud, cybercrime, armed robbery, and assault will be prosecuted following ongoing investigations.

In a statement issued on Sunday, the command’s Public Relations Officer, DSP Lawan Shiisu Adam, highlighted the success of recent operations, which led to multiple arrests and the recovery of stolen items such as vehicles and motorcycles.

Among the suspects is 23-year-old Usman Ahmed, who was arrested during a routine patrol along Gagarawa Road on December 14, 2024.

According to DSP Adam, Ahmed, a resident of Hotoro Quarters in Gezawa LGA, Kano State, was found in possession of an unregistered Daylong motorcycle and failed to provide a satisfactory explanation for it.

Further investigation revealed that Ahmed and his accomplices had deceived a motorcyclist, 22-year-old Dini Idris, into transporting them to Sahara Hotel in Gumel. Upon arrival, the suspects attacked Idris, striking him with a bottle and stabbing him multiple times. Idris was rushed to Gumel General Hospital, where he is currently receiving medical treatment.

Ahmed reportedly confessed to the crime while in custody at the State Criminal Investigation Department, SCID, in Dutse.

In a separate incident, the police arrested Mustapha Ibrahim, who is suspected of stealing an ATM card and fraudulently withdrawing N1.5 million.

DSP Adam reported that N600,000 of the stolen funds had been recovered, and two victims identified Ibrahim as the perpetrator. He added that efforts are ongoing to apprehend Ibrahim’s accomplices.

The police also intercepted a stolen Hilux vehicle with registration number 89 CO 1 at Dankama border in Kaita LGA, Katsina State.

The vehicle, belonging to the primary healthcare cold store in Dutse, was recovered, and investigations are underway to track the fleeing suspects.

DSP Adam assured the public that all suspects will face the full force of the law. He praised the dedication of the command’s officers and urged residents to cooperate with the police in combating crime.

“We are committed to keeping Jigawa State safe. We encourage members of the public to come forward with any information about criminal activities,” he stated.

Robbery, fraud suspects set to face trial in Jigawa — Police

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