Reported By Mary Udezue | Edited by: Gabriel Osa
Kaduna State Police Command has apprehended seven suspected bandits and recovered five firearms, including an AK-47 rifle and Beretta pistols, along with live ammunition, during coordinated intelligence-led operations conducted on January 28 and 29, 2025.
The arrests were made following actionable intelligence on the activities of criminal elements operating in various local government areas of the state. Police sources confirmed that the operations were targeted at dismantling networks involved in armed robbery, kidnappings, and other violent crimes that have plagued parts of Kaduna State.
Items recovered from the suspects included an AK-47 rifle, multiple Beretta handguns, and corresponding ammunition, all of which are now in police custody as evidence. The suspects are currently undergoing further investigation to determine their roles in criminal activities and to identify additional members of their networks.
The Kaduna State Police Command emphasized that the arrests and recovery of firearms underscore its commitment to curbing violent crime and enhancing public safety across the state. Authorities have urged residents to continue providing credible information that could assist in preventing crimes and ensuring the prompt apprehension of offenders.
Investigations into the suspects and their operations remain ongoing, with security officials assuring that all efforts are being made to bring additional perpetrators to justice and secure affected communities.
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