The police command in Bauchi State has reported the arrest of 748 individuals in connection with 394 criminal cases across the state.

The state’s commissioner of police, Sani Omolori-Aliyu, disclosed the figures at a news conference on Thursday in Bauchi.

He said armed robbery accounted for 57 cases, leading to 113 arrests, while culpable homicide topped the list with 78 incidents and 171 suspects apprehended.

Mr Omolori-Aliyu said the arrests were recorded between January and August 20.

Attempted culpable homicide was followed with 14 cases and 24 arrests within the period under review.

Mr Omolori-Aliyu noted that rape and indecent assault were also serious concerns, with 44 cases resulting in 72 arrests.

Cases of false pretence and cheating numbered 117, leading to 106 apprehensions.

The police further recorded 20 cases of theft and other stealing-related offences, resulting in 37 arrests, while kidnapping cases stood at four, with seven suspects arrested.

“Further breakdown shows nine breaches of public peace involving 29 suspects, while grievous hurt accounted for seven cases and 16 suspects,” he said.

Mr Omolori-Aliyu urged citizens to promptly report any suspected criminal activity to the police.

(NAN)