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

The recoveries have 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 theft report 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 similar space and different components of the metropolis”, the statement said.

“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 gadgets”, 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 said the investigation is ongoing to recover other stolen property and establish the full extent of the suspects’ involvement.