Police in Katsina Report Major Arrests of Criminal Suspects
- Katsina City News
- 30 Oct, 2024
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By Zaharaddeen Ishaq Abubakar (Katsina Times)
Katsina State Police Command has made significant strides in apprehending suspects involved in various crimes, including armed robbery, kidnapping, and murder. Police spokesperson ASP Abubakar Sadiq disclosed these developments during a press briefing in Katsina.
Among the suspects, officers detained Usman Abdurrahman, known as "Shuman," for armed robbery and assault. Another suspect, a 16-year-old named Haruna, was arrested for allegedly killing his stepmother.
The police also arrested Nasiru Sanusi, suspected of aiding criminal gangs involved in a local chief’s kidnapping and subsequent murder after ransom payment. Another suspect, Ibrahim Issa, was detained for suspected involvement in abductions and fraud.
In efforts to protect public infrastructure, police apprehended Mansir Musa, implicated in transformer equipment theft with an accomplice.
ASP Abubakar confirmed that investigations are complete, and the suspects will face prosecution.