Police arrest two suspects, get better seven stolen bikes, two stitching machines in Yobe

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By Linda Ikeji
11 November 2026, 11:46 am

Operatives of the Yobe State Police Command have recovered seven stolen bikes and two stitching machines following an investigation right into a collection of house break-ins and theft instances in Damaturu metropolis.

The recoveries had been made by personnel of the Violent Crime Response Unit, VCRU, Damaturu.

According to the Command’s Public Relations Officer, ASP Yusuf Adamu Aliyu, the investigation started after a report of theft was acquired on October 29, 2026, which led to the arrest of 1 Salisu Muazu, 24, of Family Support space, Damaturu.

“Muazu was arrested after he allegedly broke into a residence in the Alimarami area of Damaturu and stole a bicycle, a rug carpet and other household valuables.

“During interrogation, the suspect reportedly confessed to the offence and disclosed his involvement in a number of different theft incidents throughout the identical space and different elements of the metropolis”, the statement said.

It added that his disclosures led to the recovery of the seven motorcycles and two sewing machines suspected to have been stolen during previous operations.

“Further investigation additionally led to the arrest of his alleged confederate, Babangida Umar Yahaya, 33, of Nasarawa Ward, Damaturu, who reportedly assisted in disposing of the stolen objects”, the Command said. 

The Commissioner of Police, Usman Kanfani Jibrin, commended the VCRU personnel for their diligence and effective investigative work.

He urged residents to take necessary precautions to secure their homes and valuables, particularly before retiring to bed, and to promptly report suspicious activities to the Police.

“The Command reiterates its commitment to protecting lives and property and calls on members of the public to continue supporting the Police with timely and useful information,” the Command said.

The Police stated investigation is ongoing to get better different stolen properties and set up the total extent of the suspects’ involvement.