The Kano State Police Command has handed over three stolen vehicles recovered during recent operations to their rightful owners following the arrest of four suspects.
The vehicles, comprising a Toyota Corolla, Toyota Hiace minibus and Mitsubishi Canter truck, were returned to their owners at the Bompai Police Headquarters, Kano, after verification of ownership documents and completion of necessary legal procedures.
The development followed operational breakthroughs recorded between 8 and 9 October 2026, by operatives of the Anti-Kidnapping Squad and Ungogo Division.
The command disclosed this in a statement issued by its spokesperson, CSP Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa.
According to the statement, the recovery and handover were part of efforts to strengthen intelligence-led policing, protect lives and property, and ensure justice for victims of crime.
The Commissioner of Police, Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, congratulated the beneficiaries and reaffirmed the command’s commitment to returning recovered stolen property to its rightful owners after due process.
He said the arrested suspects would be charged to court upon the conclusion of investigations, while efforts were ongoing to apprehend a fleeing accomplice.
The police commissioner also commended the officers involved in the operation for their professionalism and urged residents to continue providing timely and credible information to support crime prevention and detection.
The vehicle owners expressed appreciation to the Nigeria Police Force and the Kano State Police Command for the swift recovery and return of their property.
The command reiterated its commitment to bringing criminal suspects to justice and urged members of the public to report emergencies or suspicious activities through its dedicated lines: 08032419754, 08123821575 and 09029292926.
