Monday, December 30, 2024 - The Adamawa State Police Command has arrested three members of a notorious criminal gang known as ‘Shila boys’ for armed robbery in Yola.
The
spokesperson of the command, Suleiman Nguroje, disclosed this in a statement on
Sunday, December 29, 2024.
According
to Nguroje, the arrested suspects and two others attacked and robbed people
heading to church in the Jimeta area of Yola in the early hours of Sunday.
“In the
early hours of 29th December 2024, operatives of the Adamawa State Police
Command upon credible information received responded immediately where a five
(5) number of Shila boys were attacking and robbing individuals heading to
church for early morning prayers and other businesses along Bishop Street, Yola
North local government,” the statement read.
"Upon
reaching the scene, the suspects aggressively attacked the police officers with
the machetes and knives in an attempt to resist arrest.
"In a
bid to neutralise the attack, minimum force was used, three (3) suspects
were arrested, while two (2) others escaped.
"Recovered
items includes machetes, knives, ATM cards, phones, and a tricycle will be
treated as exhibit.
“The
injured suspects are now receiving treatment and aiding investigation. More
details will be shared as investigations progress.”
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