The Plateau State Police Command has arrested 15 suspects linked to kidnapping, armed robbery, cattle rustling, and unlawful possession of firearms in various parts of the state.
Commissioner of Police Emmanuel Olugbemiga Adesina disclosed this during a press briefing at the Command Headquarters in Jos on Thursday. He also confirmed the rescue of a kidnap victim and the recovery of several locally made firearms.
“In our continued efforts to rid Plateau State of criminal activities, we have arrested members of kidnap syndicates, rescued victims, and recovered firearms during various operations carried out within the period under review,” CP Adesina said.
Among the arrests was a 20-year-old suspect, Auwal Mohammed, apprehended in Jos North with belongings of kidnap victims. Three members of a kidnap syndicate were captured in Bassa LGA, while four others were arrested in Jos after police intercepted a vehicle carrying a victim, identified as Ebuka. A locally made pistol was recovered during the operation.
In separate incidents, robbery and cattle rustling suspects were apprehended in Qua’an Pan and Shendam LGAs, while others were arrested for unlawful possession of locally fabricated firearms and live ammunition.
The commissioner reassured Plateau residents of their safety.
“We are fully aware that this period is usually characterized by a rise in crime. I have directed all divisional police officers and tactical units to intensify surveillance to ensure citizens remain safe,” he added.
What you should know
The Plateau State Police Command has intensified operations, arresting 15 suspects tied to kidnapping, robbery, and cattle rustling.
A kidnap victim was rescued, and firearms were recovered. The CP assured residents of safety and promised tighter security patrols across the state.
