Police Arrest 4 Suspected Bandits, Recover Rifles in Kaduna
The Nigeria Police Force has arrested four suspected bandits and recovered a cache of firearms and ammunition during an intelligence-led operation in Kaduna State.
The operation, carried out by operatives of the Force Intelligence Department–Special Tactical Squad (FID-STS), led to the arrest of Abdumumini Abubakar (40), Maikano Gambo (47), Saleh Thompson (47), and Oyonyi Odango (40) on March 7, 2026, in Tayu, Sanga Local Government Area.
Police authorities said the suspects were apprehended following credible intelligence linking them to banditry and other violent criminal activities in the area.
Items recovered from the suspects include four AK-47 rifles with magazines, 80 rounds of 7.62 x 39mm ammunition, and a locally fabricated pistol loaded with 20 rounds of 9mm ammunition.
According to the police, preliminary investigations indicate that the suspects are members of a criminal network operating within the region. Efforts are ongoing to apprehend other fleeing members of the group and recover additional weapons.
The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, commended the operatives for their professionalism and reaffirmed the commitment of the force to tackling banditry and ensuring the safety of lives and property nationwide.
The statement was issued by the Force Public Relations Officer, DCP Anthony Okon Placid, on April 27, 2026, in Abuja.
By TimesNG