The Kano State Police Command has successfully recovered two tricycles stolen by suspected thieves.
SP Abdullahi Kiyawa,spokesperson for the Kano State Police disclosed that the recovery was made possible through a well-coordinated intelligence-led raid on criminal hideouts in Dambatta LGA, Kano State, on December 9, 2024.
SP Kiyawa explained that the owners of the two tricycles appeared at the Command’s Headquarters and proved ownership.
“The first tricycle, with registration number KGM 246VC, was stolen after the suspects drugged the tricycle rider, Mamman Musa. The victim received medical treatment at Murtala Mohammed Specialists Hospital Kano and was later discharged.
“The second tricycle, with registration number KMC 319 VK, was also stolen using the same modus operandi. The owner, Sani Ismail, appeared at the Command’s Headquarters and proved ownership” he said.
SP Kiyawa further stated that the two suspects, Ado Yusuf (40) and Rabi’u Suleiman (35), were found in possession of the tricycles and have been charged to Magistrate Court No. 45 Gyadi Gyadi Kano for prosecution.
Meanwhile the Kano State,Commissioner of Police, CP Salman Dogo Garba, has cautioned tricycle operators to be cautious of passengers and avoid conveying people to isolated places.
“The Command urges members of the public to report suspicious activities through
– 08032419754
– 08123821575
– 09029292926 SP Kiyawa stated.
