Four arrested for phone snatching in Kano community
Four suspects have been arrested by the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps in Kano State for alleged involvement in phone snatching and public disturbance. According to the command’s Public Relations Officer, Ibrahim Abdullahi, the arrests were made during a routine patrol at Dorayi Babba in Gwale Local Government Area. The suspects, all residents of the area, were reportedly caught with a sharp knife and suspected marijuana after attacking an individual. Security agencies continue to intensify efforts to curb street crimes in Kano metropolis.
What happened
- Ibrahim Abdullahi confirmed the arrest of four suspects for public disturbance and phone snatching at Dorayi Babba.
- The suspects—Yusuf Auwal, Abubakar Abdullahi, Huzaifa Isma’il Aliyu, and Yushau Abubakar—were apprehended after a tip-off from a resident.
- The group was allegedly armed and attacked worshippers and passersby, snatching mobile phones.
- The suspects were found with a sharp knife and suspected marijuana after attacking an individual.
- Investigations have been concluded, and the suspects will be charged to court for prosecution.
