Police arrest three suspects with dangerous weapons in Yobe

The Yobe State Police Command said its operatives have arrested three suspects in possession of dangerous weapons during a raid on criminal hideouts in Damaturu.

The command, in a statement issued on Monday by its public relations officer, SP Dungus Abdulkarim, indicated that the raid on criminal hideouts followed directives from the Commissioner of Police, Usman Kanfani Jibrin, to police operatives in the state.

“During the operation, three suspects, all residents of Moduri Ward, were apprehended in possession of dangerous weapons and suspected charms believed to be used for protection during criminal activities or violent confrontations with rival groups.

“The suspects arrested are Yusuf Garba, 19; Dauda Kolo, 22; and Rabiu Hamza, 20. Exhibits recovered include four knives measuring approximately 20 inches each and four heavy sticks as well as one machete,” the command added.

It said investigations have commenced to ascertain the motive behind the possession of the deadly weapons, while efforts are ongoing to apprehend other members of the syndicate currently at large.

“The command remains committed to safeguarding lives and property, while intensifying efforts to address youth hooliganism, drug and substance abuse, and other related violent crimes across the state,” the statement said.