The Federal Capital Territory Police Command says it has apprehended three suspects allegedly involved in armed robbery, car snatching and one-chance activities.
SP Josephine Adeh, the FCT police Public Relations Officer, revealed the arrest in a statement on Saturday, saying the trio of Gabriel Abba, Sunday Abba, and Abdulkareem Jaffaru is related to a wave of armed robberies, car theft, and one-chance activities within the FCT.
She stated that the individuals were apprehended as a result of the Federal Capital Territory Police Command’s aggressive response to actionable intelligence.
“The suspects, long under the Command’s watch for these offenses, were taken into custody. The operation resulted in the recovery of two vehicles: an ash-colored Toyota Corolla Car without a registered number and a black Toyota Camry 206 model, also without a registered number and one baretta pistol.
“While investigations are ongoing to locate and apprehend other members of the syndicate currently evading arrest, Commissioner of Police FCT, CP Haruna G. Garba psc, reassures residents of an unwavering commitment to fostering a secure and serene environment.
“He urges residents to remain vigilant and report emergencies or suspicious activities using the Police emergency lines,” the police statement read in part.