Police arrest three suspected car thieves, recover stolen vehicles in Kano
The Kano State Police Command has arrested three suspected car thieves and recovered two stolen vehicles following intensified patrols across the state’s borders.
The command’s spokesman, SP Abdullahi Haruna, disclosed this in a statement on Thursday, noting that the arrests were made by operatives of the Special Intervention Squad during a routine patrol along the Yankaba-Hadejia Road and the Kano-Ringim Expressway.
The suspects, identified as 20-year-old Sani Sirajo from Kaduna State, 35-year-old Rabiu Aliyu from Sharada Quarters, Kano, and 22-year-old Isah Yakubu from Katsina State, were intercepted based on credible intelligence.
Haruna stated that during the operation, the police recovered an ash-colored Honda Jazz with registration number SUL 173 and a white Pontiac Vibe with registration number SUL 516 SM.
“The operation demonstrates the command’s unwavering commitment to protecting lives and property in Kano State,” he said.
Preliminary investigations revealed that the stolen vehicles were taken from Keffi in Nasarawa State, and the suspects have since confessed to the crime.
Haruna assured all that the police were conducting further investigations, after which the vehicles would be returned to their rightful owners upon proof of ownership.
“We remain vigilant and committed to combating crime in all its forms. We encourage residents to continue providing credible information to the police as we work together to ensure a safer environment for all,” he added.
