Police raid black spots, arrest 8 suspected drug peddlers, thugs in Kano
The Kano State Police Command has arrested eight suspects in separate raids targeting drug peddling and thuggery in Panshekara and Kunchi/Ghari areas of the state. Police spokesman, CSP Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa, said in a statement on Thursday that surveillance operatives arrested Samson Yakubu, 21, and seven others at a black spot in Panshekara. He said […]
The Kano State Police Command conducted separate raids in Panshekara and Kunchi/Ghari areas targeting drug peddling and thuggery. Police spokesman CSP Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa announced the arrests of eight suspects in a statement on Thursday.
In Panshekara, surveillance operatives apprehended Samson Yakubu, aged 21, and six others at a designated black spot. The suspects were discovered in possession of 15 Pregabalin capsules, five Diazepam tablets, 10 Exol tablets, and suspected dried leaves of Indian hemp.
Separately, police raided Matanfada Market in Kunchi/Ghari, arresting five suspects allegedly involved in intimidating traders and residents. The command emphasized that the investigation was ongoing and the suspects would be charged to court following its completion.
Commissioner of Police Ibrahim Adamu Bakori praised the police operatives and urged residents to provide information on any suspicious activities.
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