- The commissioner of police in Kaduna appreciated the cooperation and vigilance of the community in providing crucial information that led to the successful operation.
- The spokesperson said the command is working round the clock in pursuit of justice and safety for all citizens.
The police command in Kaduna said its operatives have arrested and recovered firearms from seven suspected cultists in the state.
Mansir Hassan, spokesperson of the Kaduna police command, noted the arrest in a statement on Tuesday as a “major blow” to criminal networks in the state.
Speaking further, the spokesperson said the command is working round the clock in pursuit of justice and safety for all citizens, adding that efforts were currently underway to apprehend the remaining suspects who escaped during the operation.
“In yet another remarkable achievement, the command has arrested seven suspected cultists, seized illegal firearms, and recovered suspicious substance believed to be blood,” the statement reads.
“Acting swiftly on the received information, police operatives moved into action at about 03:00 hours after reports indicated unusual activities in the rocky and mountainous region of Dumbi along the Kaduna-Zaria expressway.
“During the raid, seven suspects were arrested, while others fled.
“Among items seized from the suspects were two pistols, a 30-liter jerrycan containing liquid suspected to be blood, and a Lexus car.
“The command urges anyone with relevant information to assist in bringing the suspects to justice.”
Ali Audu, commissioner of police in Kaduna appreciated the cooperation and vigilance of the community in providing crucial information that led to the successful operation.
He reaffirmed the command’s commitment to rooting out criminal elements and ensuring the safety and security of residents in the state.