The Jigawa State Police Command has arrested three suspected car thieves in Kafin Hausa Local Government Area of the state.
The spokesperson of the command, SP Shiisu Lawan Adam, who disclosed this in a statement on Wednesday, September 17, 2025 said the suspects, Kabiru Musa, Umar Ali and Sabiu Bashir, were nabbed three after being involved in a lone accident with a stolen vehicle.
According to the PPRO, Kabiru, who identified himself as Lance Corporal of the 102 Guard Brigade, was an impersonator.
Adam added that the stolen motor vehicle, a fake ID card, 7 ATM cards, and 2 driver licenses were recovered.
“On 08/09/2025 at about 0750hrs, operatives attached to Kafin Hausa Division arrested three (3) suspected motor vehicle thieves after they were involved in a lone accident with a stolen vehicle at Sabon Sara village, Kafin Hausa LGA,” the statement read.
“The suspects, who escaped the scene, were promptly apprehended by the vigilant police operatives.
“The suspects, who are all indigenous to Kano State, are identified as Kabiru Musa ‘m’ 35yrs of Rimin Kebe Quarters; Umar Ali ‘m’ age 25yrs of Haye Quarters; and Sabiu Bashir ‘m’ age 25yrs of Tokarawa village.
“Prior to their arrest, a report from one Hussaini Manager was received at Kafin Hausa Division that on 07/09/2025 at about 2000hrs, unknown persons carted away with his blue Golf saloon vehicle with reg. no. MGA 108 JG at Agura Motor Park in Kafin Hausa LGA.
“Preliminary investigation revealed that one of the suspects, who identified himself as Lance Corporal Kabiru Musa of the 102 Guard Brigade, FCT Abuja, and a resident of Rimin Kebe Quarters, Kano State, was in fact an impersonator. Further discreet investigation conducted at the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) Dutse exposed him as a fake soldier.
“Upon search, the following exhibits were recovered in his possession: seven different ATM cards, two driver’s licenses and other incriminating items linked to fraudulent activities.
“The suspects have been charged in court after completion of a discreet investigation.
“The Commissioner of Police, Jigawa State Command, CP Dahiru Muhammad, psc, fdc, commended the operatives of Kafin Hausa Division for their professionalism and resilience, which led to the arrest.
“He further reiterated the Command’s unwavering commitment to rid the state of criminals and ensure the safety and security of lives and property.
The CP also called on members of the public to continue to support the police with timely and credible information that will assist in preventing and detecting crimes across the state.”
