The Katsina State Police Command has apprehended a four-man group of suspected armed robbers who have been terrorizing the state.
The suspects were arrested in connection with an armed robbery case reported on October 1, 2024.
The suspects include 22-year-old Basiru Ayuba, 45-year-old Muhammed Musa, 20-year-old Abubakar Abdullahi, and 20-year-old Musa Rabi’u, all residents of Babban Mutum in Baure Local Government Area (LGA) of Katsina State.
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According to a statement released by the Police Spokesman, ASP Abubakar Sadiq, the robbery took place on September 6, 2024, around 3:00 a.m. The suspects allegedly broke into the home of Rabi’u Umar, a POS vendor in Babban Mutum, and stole N2.07 million, a Tecno Camon 20 phone, and 15 dinars of Libyan currency.
The police investigation revealed that Basiru Ayuba and Abubakar Abdullahi met while in a correctional facility. After their release, they conspired with Muhammed Musa to plan the robbery. Musa Rabi’u was later recruited to assist with the final execution of the crime.
During their arrest, the police recovered the stolen items, including the Tecno Camon 20 phone, Libyan currency, and the black bag containing the cash. The investigation is still ongoing, and the suspects will be charged in court once it is completed, ASP Sadiq confirmed.
