35 suspected phone snatchers nabbed in Kaduna

35 suspected phone snatchers nabbed in Kaduna

Kaduna Police Command’s Anti-Vice Section has conducted targeted raids and arrested 35 suspected phone snatchers.

The raid was conducted as a response to the recent rise in crime, particularly phone snatching.

Among the arrested suspects are two female and 33 males it, all of whom have been charged to court.

The Command’s PPRO, ASP Mansir Hassan said the operation, carried out between 19:00 and 23:45 hours, was in strict compliance with directives from the Commissioner of Police.

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According to ASP Hassan: “The raids focused on identified black spots within the metropolitan area of Kaduna, resulting in the arrest of 35 suspects, including two females.

“The suspects were found in possession of dangerous weapons, Indian hemp, and other illicit drugs. All those arrested have been charged to Court after the completion of preliminary investigations.

“The Commissioner of Police, CP Audu Ali Dabigi psc, has assured the public that those found culpable will be profiled and charged in a court of competent jurisdiction for prosecution. He further emphasized the command’s commitment to clamping down on criminal activities within the state.”

35 suspected phone snatchers nabbed in Kaduna