The Jigawa State Police Command has recorded another breakthrough in its sustained fight against crime and criminality across the state.On 08/09/2025 operatives attached to Kafin Hausa Division arrested three (3) suspected motor vehicle thieves after they were involved in a lone accident with a stolen vehicle at Sabon Sara village, Kafin Hausa LGA in a Press Release issued by Shi’isu Lawan Adam Spokeperson of Jigawa State Police Command and made available to thetentaclesnews.com.ng
The suspects, who escaped the scene, were promptly apprehended by the vigilant police operatives. The suspects, who all hailed from Kano State, are identified as Kabiru Musa 35yrs of Rimin Kebe Quarters; Umar Ali age 25yrs of Haye Quarters; and Sabiu Bashir age 25yrs of Tokarawa village.
Prior to their arrest, a report from one Hussaini Manager was received at Kafin Hausa Division that on 07/09/2025 unknown persons carted away with his blue Golf saloon vehicle with reg. no. MGA 108 JG at Agura Motor Park in Kafin Hausa LGA. Preliminary investigation revealed that one of the suspects, who identified himself as Lance Corporal Kabiru Musa of the 102 Guard Brigade, FCT Abuja, and a resident of Rimin Kebe Quarters, Kano State, was in fact an impersonator.
Further discreet investigation conducted at the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) Dutse find him as a fake soldier.Upon search, the following exhibits were recovered in his possession:-✓ Seven (7)
different ATM cards
✓ Two (2) driver’s licenses
✓ Other incriminating items linked to fraudulent activities.
The suspects would be charged to court after completion of a discreet investigation.The Commissioner of Police, Jigawa State Command, CP Dahiru Muhammad, commended the operatives of Kafin Hausa Division for their professionalism and resilience, which led to the arrest.
He further reiterated the Command’s unwavering commitments to rid the state of criminals and ensure the safety and security of lives and property.The CP also called on members of the public to continue to support the police with timely and credible information that will assist in detecting and preventing crimes across the state.
