The Kano State Police Command has recovered three stolen vehicles and arrested five suspects in connection with cases of armed robbery and motor vehicle theft across the state.
The Command’s Public Relations Officer, CSP Abdullahi Haruna, disclosed this in a statement issued on Wednesday, describing the operation as part of ongoing efforts to curb criminal activities in Kano.
“The Kano State Police Command has recorded major successes in the fight against crime, with the recovery of three stolen motor vehicles and the arrest of five suspects linked to armed robbery and vehicle theft,” Haruna said.
He explained that on January 3, 2026, operatives of the Special Intervention Squad acting on the directive of the Commissioner of Police, Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, intercepted a stolen Toyota Corolla along the Hotoro NNPC Roundabout in Kano.
According to him, one suspect, Mohammad Ismail, aged 25, from Wuntin Dada Quarters in Bauchi State, was arrested at the scene.
“Following discreet investigations, four additional suspects—Abdullahi Ishaq (23), Abdullahi Bashir (24), Nasir Muhammad (23), and Nuru Muhammad (25)—were subsequently arrested in connection with the crime,” Haruna added.
The police spokesperson said the suspects confessed to stealing the Toyota Corolla in Bauchi State, as well as another vehicle, a Honda Pilot Jeep belonging to the Bauchi State Government.
“The Honda Pilot Jeep was taken to Plateau State, where it was also recovered by the police,” he said.
In a separate development, Haruna said police officers attached to the Hotoro Division recovered another suspected stolen vehicle on January 6, 2026.
“A maroon Toyota Sienna with registration number RBC-801HM was found abandoned in an isolated area of Hotoro North, Kano, and was recovered by our officers,” he stated.
He called on the owner of the vehicle to report to the Police Public Relations Office at the Kano State Police Command with valid proof of ownership.
“The owner is advised to come forward with necessary documents or contact the Command through 09065885622,” Haruna said.
Commending the officers involved in the operations, the Commissioner of Police, Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, praised their professionalism and dedication to duty.
“The Commissioner appreciates the efforts of the officers and the continued support of the people of Kano State in providing useful information that aids policing,” the statement said.
The police command urged residents to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the nearest police station, assuring the public of its commitment to maintaining peace and security across the state.
