The Kano State Police Command has made significant strides in combating crime, with the arrest and arraignment of a female-led syndicate of thieves.
The syndicate, led by one Shamsiyya Adamu, was taken into custody along with four other members and arraigned before a Chief Magistrates Court, number 18 Gyadi Gyadi in Kano for criminal conspiracy, trespass, and theft.
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This is contained in a statement on Tuesday by the command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Abdullahi Haruna, a copy of which was made available to The Punch on Tuesday evening.
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“In addition to the initial arrests, four more suspects – Fati Auwal, Kamal Sale, Usman Nasir, and Bashir Ibrahim – were taken into custody for theft and receiving stolen properties. Twelve mobile phones were recovered from them, and investigations are ongoing,” Haruna said.
According to the police Spokesman, a total of 86 people have lodged complaints against the suspects, highlighting the extent of their nefarious activities.
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He said the State Commissioner of Police, Salman Dogo Garba, has directed the continuation of the recovery of stolen phones and appreciated the support and cooperation of the law-abiding people of the state.
“This development is part of the Kano State Police Command’s efforts to ensure safety and security in the state,” the statement added.
