Operatives from the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command have apprehended members of a notorious armed robbery and car-snatching syndicate, recovering seven stolen vehicles and more than N15 million in cash.
FCT Commissioner of Police, CP Miller G. Dantawaye, announced the breakthrough during a briefing at the command's headquarters on Wednesday.
He attributed the success to reliable intelligence and advanced digital forensics, which facilitated the arrest of four key suspects.
The operation involved coordinated efforts from the Jabi, Gwagwalada, and Mabushi police divisions, initially recovering three vehicles.
The command's Scorpion Squad then broadened the probe, leading to additional arrests and the retrieval of four more cars, along with a significant cash haul.
The recovered vehicles include:A black 2008 Toyota Prado SUV (registration: RSH 967 JJ)
A grey 2009 KIA Optima (registration: RMY 88 AA)
A grey Toyota Corolla (registration: JUX 890 AA)
An ash-coloured Toyota Camry (pencil-light) (registration: APR 459 AE)
A black Toyota Corolla (registration: XCE 578 AA)
Among the arrested individuals are Dalhatu Bashiru, a repeat offender; Nwadigo Emmanuel; Uchenna Kalu; and Alhaji Jazuli Adamu. CP Dantawaye revealed that Adamu, the primary receiver of the stolen vehicles, was captured in Fagge Local Government Area of Kano State with ₦15,280,000 in cash, which was earmarked for purchasing the latest stolen batch.
Investigations further uncovered that Adamu collaborated with Alhaji Abdulkarim Gabeida Ibrahim, a citizen of Niger Republic, who facilitated the cross-border resale of the vehicles. Ibrahim remains at large, with police actively pursuing his arrest.
All suspects and recovered items are currently in custody as the investigation progresses to locate other fugitive members of the group.CP Dantawaye praised the officers for their dedication to FCT security and advised vehicle owners to equip their cars with reliable tracking devices for faster recovery in theft cases.
He also called on the public to share tips via the command's emergency hotlines: 08032003913 and 08061581938.
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