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Bauchi police nab suspect, recover N1.2m goods

From The Punch · (6m ago) English

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TLDR

  • Bauchi State Police Command arrested a 27-year-old suspect, Saidu Isah, for alleged conspiracy and theft.
  • Police recovered stolen television sets valued at N1.2 million from the suspect.
  • The suspect confessed to conspiring with an accomplice, who is currently at large, and efforts are underway to apprehend him.

The Bauchi State Police Command has successfully apprehended Saidu Isah, a 27-year-old suspect implicated in a significant theft case. Operatives from the 'E' Division, Yelwa, made the arrest during a routine patrol, recovering valuable items including three smart television sets, each estimated at N400,000, bringing the total recovered goods to N1.2 million. This swift action demonstrates the command's commitment to combating crime within the state.

On 3rd May, 2026, a patrol team from the Division arrested one Saidu Isah, male, 27 years old, of Almuri in Misau Local Government Area. The suspect was apprehended with three smart television sets, each valued at N400,000.

โ€” Nafiu HabibThe Police Public Relations Officer of Bauchi State Command detailed the arrest of the suspect and the recovery of stolen items.

During interrogation, Isah reportedly confessed to his involvement and implicated an accomplice known as Abdul, also referred to as 'PA,' who remains at large. The duo allegedly broke into the premises of the National Broadcasting Commission in Yelwan Tudu, Bauchi, and made off with the televisions. The police are actively pursuing Abdul to bring him to justice and recover any further stolen property.

The duo, in furtherance of their unlawful act, trespassed into the premises and carted away the three television sets.

โ€” Nafiu HabibThe Police Public Relations Officer described the method used by the suspects to steal the television sets from the NBC premises.

The Commissioner of Police, Sani-Omolori Aliyu, has reassured the public of the Command's dedication to safeguarding lives and property. Residents are urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities. This arrest and ongoing investigation highlight the persistent efforts of law enforcement in Bauchi to maintain security and order, ensuring that criminals are brought to account.

The Commissioner of Police, Sani-Omolori Aliyu, reassured residents of the Commandโ€™s commitment to protecting lives and property across the state. He urged members of the public to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities to the nearest police station or through the Commandโ€™s control room line.

โ€” Nafiu HabibThe Police Public Relations Officer conveyed the Commissioner of Police's message to the public regarding security and vigilance.
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