Bauchi State Police Command has announced the arrest of a notorious criminal, one Abdulrashid Abubakar, popularly known as Abba from Bakin Kura in Bauchi metropolis.
Command PPRO, SP Ahmed Wakili made the disclosure in a statement he issued to journalists in Bauchi on Friday.
According to him, the Command recorded a significant breakthrough in its efforts to combat crime and ensure public safety across the state.
He stated that, “On November 21, 2024, at about 1900 hours, a distress call was received from residents of Guru Village, reporting an incident involving unidentified assailants.”
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The PPRO explained that, “The assailants assaulted a motorcycle operator, stabbing him on the back of his head with a dangerous weapon and subsequently stole his motorcycle.”
According to him, “The suspects were reportedly heading towards Jos Road. In response, operatives of the Command led by Commander, RRS, Chief Superintendent of Police (CSP) Tambuwal promptly responded to the distress call and arrested one Abdulrashid Abubakar, AKA (Abba) from Bakin Kura in Bauchi metropolis.
“The stolen motorcycle, a red Bajaj, was recovered as an exhibit.”
Ahmed Wakili added that, “The suspect was interrogated and has confessed to participating in the crime alongside an accomplice identified as Adamu, who is now at large.
“Investigations are ongoing to locate and apprehend the fleeing suspect.”
“Meanwhile, the victim was transported to a medical facility for treatment and has since been treated and discharged,” he added.
The Bauchi State Police Command commended the residents of Guru Village for their prompt reporting of the incident and their cooperation with law enforcement agencies.
The command also assured the public of its commitment to ensuring public safety and combating crime in Bauchi State.
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