Police operatives storm criminal hideouts in Kano, arrest 41 suspects, recover weapons, intoxicating drugs

Thursday, August 22, 2024 -The Kano State Police Command has arrested 41 suspects and recovered dangerous weapons, intoxicating drugs during raids on criminal hideouts across the state. 

The spokesperson of the command, SP Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa, disclosed this in a statement on Wednesday, August 21, 2024. 

 “In line with the directives of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, PhD, NPM, to ensure round-the-clock visibility patrols and sustenance of intelligence-led policing, the Kano State Police Command, under the leadership of Commissioner of Police, CP Salman Dogo Garba, has achieved a significant breakthrough in its efforts to combat crime in the State,” the statement read.

 "Following a series of raids on criminal hideouts and black spots in areas of public outcry within Kano Metropolis, the Command has arrested forty-one (41) suspects and recovered dangerous weapons and intoxicating drugs, with investigation ongoing.

 "This achievement is a testament to the Command's commitment to ensuring the safety and security of the good people of Kano State. The Police Command is pleased to report that all forms of crimes are reducing drastically in the State, thanks to the cooperation and support of the law-abiding citizens.

"The Commissioner of Police, CP Salman Dogo Garba, assures the public of the Command's unwavering commitment to protecting lives and properties.

“The Command calls on the public to continue to cooperate with the Police by providing timely and accurate information to aid our efforts in ridding the state of criminal elements. In case of emergency, please call our dedicated lines: 08032419754, 08123821575, or 09029292926.”