The state Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Abubakar Sadiq-Aliyu, disclosed this in a statement on Sunday in Katsina.
He said investigations and credible intelligence led to the arrest of the suspects.
The police said 33 other suspects have been charged with criminal conspiracy and unlawful assembly in relation to the case.
Mr Babaseyi said the operatives recovered one AK-47 rifle loaded with 10 rounds of 5.6mm ammunition and one single-barrel gun from the suspects.
The scheme was initiated to enhance personnel welfare and address their transportation challenges.
Ms John reiterated the command’s commitment to tackling the issue of illegal possession of arms in the state.
Mr Eribo warned that anyone found engaging in unlawful activities would be made to face the full wrath of the law.
Ms John said that another member of the gang aged 32 was apprehended in the course of further investigation on the matter.
The suspects confessed to the crime, leading to the recovery of a Golf Wagon, a Golf Opel, and a Hijet (Kurkura) motor vehicle.
Mr Abiodun said that the attack occurred at about 3:40 a.m.
