From Auwal Salim, Damaturu
The Yobe State Police Command has recorded another operational breakthrough with the arrest of four suspects in separate cases involving theft, assault, criminal conspiracy, and the recovery of stolen property across the State.
This is contained in a statement issued by State Command Public Relations Officer SP Dungus Abdulkarim.
According to him, On 2nd August, 2026, at about 1530hrs, a case of theft and causing hurt was reported at ‘A’ Division, Damaturu. Preliminary investigation revealed that a 35-year-old suspect allegedly stole a goat at the Sunday Market, Damaturu. While attempting to escape, an 80-year-old accomplice allegedly assaulted the complainant with a stick, inflicting injuries to the rear of his head.
Upon receipt of the report, operatives swiftly visited the scene, arrested both suspects, and recovered the stolen goat together with the stick used in the assault as exhibits. Investigation is ongoing.
In a separate development, on 1st August, 2026, at about 1100hrs, a complaint of criminal conspiracy and theft involving building materials valued at approximately ₦2.5 million was reported to the Violent Crime Response Unit (VCRU). Acting promptly on credible information, operatives launched an intensive investigation which led to the recovery of building materials worth approximately ₦1.5 million.
The operation further resulted in the arrest of three suspects who were found in possession of the stolen property after allegedly receiving and dealing in the items. The recovered materials have been secured as exhibits, while efforts are ongoing to recover the remaining items and conclude the investigation.
The Commissioner of Police, CP Usman Kanfani Jibrin, psc, mspsp, SM.ICM, directed for immediate investigations into both cases be concluded diligently and that all those found culpable be prosecuted in accordance with the law.
He further reiterates the command commitment to safeguarding lives and property and urges members of the public to continue supporting the Police with timely and credible information capable of preventing and combating crime throughout Yobe State.
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