- Large quantity of dangerous weapons and illicit drugs recovered
The Kano State Police Command has arrested 59 suspects for offences ranging from armed robbery, theft to dealings in illicit drugs.
This followed the clearance cperations carried out by the command within the Takutaha event period between 19 and 27 October 2021, the state’s Police PRO Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa said in a statement on Thursday.
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“All the suspects of various addresses within Kano Metropolitan were arrested with dangerous weapons, robbed and stolen properties and large quantity of illicit drugs. Suspects will be charged to court upon completion of investigation,” he said.
The Commissioner of Police, Kano State Command, CP Sama’ila Shu’aibu Dikko, called on all criminals including thugs and drug dealers to repent, or leave the State completely. Otherwise, they will be arrested and face the full wrath of the law.
He thanked the good people of Kano State for their continuous support and cooperation. He urged residents to pray for the State, the Nation and report incidences to the nearest Police Station and not to take laws into their hands.
“Rigorous Patrol and Raids of criminals’ hideouts and black spots will continue throughout the State, as the Command will sustain the tempo in ensuring safety of lives and properties.
“In case of emergency, the Command can be contacted via; 08032419754, 08123821575, 08076091271 or log in to the “NPF Rescue Me” Application available on Play Store.
