Adamawa Police Bust Kidnap Suspects, Seize Two AK-47s, ₦5.52m, Stolen Electric Bike
By Chibuzo Obidike | IchieTimes
The Adamawa State Police Command has arrested three suspects over alleged kidnapping and unlawful possession of firearms, recovering two AK-47 rifles, 45 rounds of live ammunition, four magazines and ₦5.52 million.
The suspects, identified as Iro Yunusa, 20, of Nassarawo Ndikong in Mayo-Belwa Local Government Area; Usman Adamu of Guga Village in Demsa LGA; and Muhammed Bello, 39, of Kiri Village in Shelleng LGA, were arrested on October 15, 2026.
According to the police, their arrest followed investigations into the kidnapping of Ahmadu Abubakar, Habu Alhaji Bello and Hussaini Habu.
Other items reportedly recovered during the operation included a Toyota vehicle, chains, padlocks, charms and other items considered relevant to the investigation.
The Command said efforts were ongoing to track down other suspects believed to be involved in the alleged crimes and ensure that anyone found culpable is brought to justice.
In a separate development, police arrested Muhammed Alamin over the alleged theft of an electric bike, locally referred to as a Salti, around Jimeta Modern Market.
The suspect was reportedly identified through CCTV footage showing the alleged theft. His arrest followed public circulation of the footage on social media and subsequent investigations by operatives attached to Doubeli Divisional Headquarters.
The police said the recovered electric bike had been handed over to its rightful owner, while the suspect remained in custody.
The Commissioner of Police, Adamawa State Command, CP Kabir Umar Hassan, reiterated the Command’s commitment to combating kidnapping, theft, illegal possession of firearms and other criminal activities through intelligence-led policing and collaboration with the public.
In a statement dated October 21, 2026, the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Suleiman Yahaya Nguroje, urged residents and business owners to remain vigilant and promptly report suspicious activities to security agencies.
The Command also called on members of the public to provide credible information that could assist ongoing investigations and help protect lives and property across the state.
The suspects’ alleged involvement in the offences remains subject to further investigation and judicial determination.
