Kano police arrest four suspects, recover three stolen vehicles

Crime Diary

KANO, Nigeria (NPA) — The Kano State Police Command has arrested four suspects and recovered three stolen vehicles during intelligence-led operations conducted across parts of the state between October 8 and 9, 2026.

In a statement issued on Monday, the command said the operation resulted in the recovery of a Toyota Corolla, a Toyota Hiace minibus and a Mitsubishi Canter truck.

“Kano Police Command has arrested four suspects and recovered three stolen vehicles in intelligence-led operations conducted on October 8–9, 2026,” the statement said.

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The police said the suspects were undergoing investigation and would be charged to court upon completion of the process.

Also, on October 9, 2026, the comand handed over a recovered orange Vibe motor vehicle and an ash-coloured Haojue motorcycle to their rightful owners after verification and documentation.

The Commissioner of Police in Kano State, CP Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, commended the success of the operation and urged residents to remain vigilant.

He also called on members of the public to provide credible information to support the police’s efforts to combat vehicle theft across the state.