Police Arrest 22-Year-Old Notorious Bandit In Kaduna

The Kaduna State Police Command has arrested a 22-year-old notorious bandit, identified as Aliyu Umar.

Naija News reports that the Command’s Public Relations Officer, ASP Mansir Hassan, in a statement on Wednesday, said the bandit was arrested on December 16, 2024, in Zaria.

Umar reportedly had in his possession eight AK-47 magazines and 50 rounds of live ammunition.

Hassan disclosed that during preliminary interrogation, Umar confessed to being a member of a notorious bandit gang operating in Zamfara State.

The statement read, “On December 16, 2024, at about 6:00 pm, operatives of the Anti-Kidnapping Unit, led by OC SP Sani Ibrahim, acting on credible intelligence, arrested 22-year-old Aliyu Umar in Zaria. The suspect was found in possession of eight AK-47 magazines and 50 rounds of live ammunition.

“During investigations, the suspect admitted to being part of a notorious bandit gang in Zamfara State. He also revealed that he had travelled to Barikin Ladi in Jos to collect the weapons from an accomplice, whose identity is yet to be ascertained.”

The statement further disclosed that the police, in another operation, arrested three suspects involved in car theft after posing as buyers.

The suspects, identified as Kefas Danladi, 24; Usman Salisu, 23; and Yusuf Danladi, 22, confessed to stealing a Toyota Avalon from a resident in the Naval Quarters, Asokoro, Abuja.

The suspects, according to the police, will be charged in court upon the conclusion of investigations.

The State Commissioner of Police, Ibrahim Abdullahi, commended the operatives for their swift actions and reiterated the Command’s commitment to ensuring the safety and security of residents.

The statement added, “Police operatives, posing as prospective buyers, engaged the suspects and confirmed their involvement in car theft. This led to the arrest of Kefas Danladi from Gora Gan, Zangon Kataf; Usman Salisu from Unguwan Muazu, Kaduna; and Yusuf Danladi from Kauru, Kaduna.

“During investigations, the suspects admitted to stealing the vehicle from the Naval Quarters, Asokoro, Abuja. The stolen Toyota Avalon has been recovered and secured, and the rightful owner has been notified.

“The Commissioner of Police encourages citizens to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the police.”