The Kaduna State Police Command has successfully arrested a fake soldier involved in criminal activities ranging from conspiracy to armed robbery and extortion.
A statement signed by the state Public Relations Officer ASP Mansur Hassan says the suspect, identified as Ya’u Ja’afar, was apprehended by Police operatives at the Millennium City Police Division Kaduna last Friday.
It Says the arrest followed a report lodged by a citizen, detailing a harrowing encounter with the suspect and his accomplices, who are currently at large.
According to the statement, One Abdulrashid Musa, accompanied by three other accomplices brandished a shocking pistol to intimidate and rob victims of mobile phones, money and other valuables.
The statement maintains that the Police upon receiving the report, promptly arrested the primary suspect, Ja’afar leading to the recovery of incriminating evidences, including a complete set of army camouflage and a short shocking pistol.
It states that the state Police Commissioner Ali Audu Dabigi commended the proactive efforts of the operatives involved in apprehending the suspect and recovering vital evidences urging citizens to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities.
Rel/Shindong