Monday, October 12, 2026

Police nab four alleged vehicle thieves in Kano

The police command in Kano has arrested four suspects in possession of three stolen vehicles during an operation on Thursday and Friday.

• October 12, 2026

The police command in Kano has arrested four suspects in possession of three stolen vehicles during an operation on Thursday and Friday.

The command said in a statement on Monday that operatives recovered a Toyota Corolla, a Toyota Hiace minibus, and a Mitsubishi Canter truck.

The arrest was made, and three stolen vehicles were recovered in operations conducted between Thursday and Friday.

“The recovered vehicles include a Toyota Corolla, Toyota Hiace minibus and Mitsubishi Canter truck,” said the police. “The suspects are undergoing investigation and will be charged to court upon completion.”

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