35 suspected phone snatchers arrested in Kaduna

Sunday, August 18, 2024 -Operatives of the Kaduna State Police Command have arrested 35 suspected phone snatchers after successfully raiding some black spots in the state capital..

The command’s Public Relations Officer, ASP Mansir Hassan, confirmed the development in a statement in Kaduna, made available to newsmen on Saturday.

He stated that the command’s Anti-Vice Section conducted a series of targeted raids in response to the rising crime wave in the state, particularly phone snatching.

“The operation, carried out between 19:00 and 23:45 hours, from Tuesday to Friday, was in strict compliance with the directives of the Commissioner of Police, Mr Audu Dabigi.

“The raids focused on identified black spots within the metropolitan area of Kaduna, resulting in the detention of 35 suspects, including two females.

“The suspects were found in possession of dangerous weapons, Marijuana, and other illicit drugs,” the PPRO stated.

According to him, the CP assured the public that those found culpable would be profiled and charged in court.

The statement stressed the command’s commitment to clamping down on criminal activities within the state.